Videos tagged with German proof marks

This video from Legacy Collectibles delves into the world of 'presentation guns,' specifically focusing on inscribed Walther PP and PPK models from the 1930s. The expert host details the historical significance and collectible value of firearms bearing names like 'Pg. Scheck' and Giuseppe Gelormini, emphasizing how provenance and the notoriety of the inscribed individual dramatically impact market worth. The discussion also touches upon the interpretation of German proof marks and the impact of unauthorized modifications on a firearm's value.

This video examines a Russian Nagant 1895 revolver with German proof marks, potentially linked to a US intelligence officer who served in Tehran during WW2. It delves into the historical context of Operation Long Jump, a German plot to assassinate the Big Three, and explores the Nagant's unique ability to seal its cylinder gap for silencer use, a feature uncommon in revolvers of that era. The presenter discusses the gun's provenance and the ambiguity surrounding its direct involvement in historical events.

This guide details the examination and operational checks of a Luftwaffe Drilling M30, a complex survival firearm. It covers inspecting the transit case, stock, barrel markings, original accessories, and provenance. The guide also demonstrates the mechanical operation, including cocking indicators, dual triggers, and the rifle barrel selector. Expert insights into German proof marks and historical context are provided.

This video provides an expert-level examination of the Portuguese m/937B Mauser rifle, a variant of the German Kar98k. Ian McCollum details its historical context, production variations (m/937, m/937A, m/937B), and unique markings, highlighting its collector value due to early-war craftsmanship. The review covers wartime requisitions and its eventual distribution.

This video provides an in-depth review of the new Heckler & Koch MP5 .22LR pistol and rifle, manufactured by Umarex. It covers manufacturing details, key features like the 25-round magazine and functional charging handle, and specifications for both the pistol and rifle variants. The review includes extensive reliability testing with various .22LR ammunition types, highlighting the firearm's performance as a training tool or plinker that retains the iconic MP5 ergonomics at a lower cost.

This video details the identification and value of a rare Tyrolean Walther PP pistol, a World War II German firearm. The instructor explains how knowledge gained from educational videos can lead to profitable acquisitions in the collector's market, using the Tyrolean PP as a prime example. He highlights specific markings, serial number ranges, and historical context that differentiate this rare variant from standard models, emphasizing its value as a shooter prize.

This guide covers the operation and safety considerations for the Scheintod Revolver, a historical German pepperbox designed for less-lethal defense. It details its pepperbox configuration, 12mm caliber, double/single-action trigger, and manual safety. The Scheintod fires irritant cartridges or acts as a flashbang, and its markings, including German proof marks, are identified. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.

This guide details the operation of the rare Becker Blow-Forward Revolving Shotgun, as explained by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers the unique blow-forward barrel action, manual loading and ejection processes, and safety features. The information is derived from expert analysis of a historical firearm, emphasizing its mechanical rarity and operational sequence.

This entry details the Walther HP (Heerespistole), a significant predecessor to the Walther P38, as presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers key identification features such as slide markings ('Mod HP', Walther banner), grip types (checkered plastic/wood), caliber variations (9mm Parabellum, .30 Luger), and German commercial proof marks (Eagle over N). The guide highlights its DA/SA action and historical context, including its adoption by Sweden as the M39.