Videos tagged with GIGN

This guide details how GIGN operators customize their CZ Bren 2 rifles for counterterrorism and hostage rescue. It covers the selection and mounting of various optics, suppressors, and laser modules, emphasizing mission-specific configurations. The video highlights the importance of specialized ammunition like Hornady V-Armageddon and notes the rifle's unique features such as OD Green Cerakote and titanium firing pins. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in firearm history and technology.

This guide details the specialized configuration of the CZ Bren 2 rifle used by France's GIGN counterterrorism unit. It covers unique features such as its 7.62x39mm caliber, advanced optics (Trijicon ACOG/RMR), laser systems (BE Meyers MAWL), and internal modifications like titanium firing pins and a gas system tuned for subsonic ammunition reliability. The information is presented with the authority of an expert in firearm history and technology.

This entry details the Manurhin MR73 Sniper revolver, favored by France's GIGN special operations unit. It highlights GIGN's unique philosophy of precision shooting, emphasizing mission success with minimal, accurate shots rather than high-volume fire. The MR73, equipped with a scope and bipod, exemplifies this approach, with GIGN training focused on achieving objectives in two or three rounds.

This YouTube video explores the firearms utilized by elite special forces units worldwide. It promises an in-depth look at the 'deadliest' weapons carried by covert operatives, highlighting specific units like the Frogman Corps and France's GIGN. The description emphasizes the 'badass guns' and 'firepower' these soldiers rely on, aiming to reveal the technology behind their effectiveness. The video encourages viewer engagement through likes and subscriptions.

This video features Christian Prouteau, founder of GIGN, discussing the philosophical and tactical reasons behind the unit's adoption of the Manurhin MR-73 revolver. Prouteau details the revolver's role in fostering accuracy and selectivity, its operational envelope, and the rigorous training regimen, including the unique 'Confidence Shot' drill, designed to build trust and psychological steadiness under extreme pressure.

This video provides an in-depth look at the French FR-F1 sniper rifle, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, details the rifle's design, history, and performance at the range. He discusses its mechanical basis on the MAS-36, its purpose-built precision features, and practical aspects like scope adjustments and the effects of barrel heat on accuracy. The review also touches upon the rifle's historical use, notably by GIGN during the Loyada incident.

This video details a practical accuracy test of the French FR-F1 sniper rifle, pushing its capabilities to 800 yards. The test highlights the rifle's performance in challenging conditions, including significant wind, and discusses its historical context with the GIGN's Loyada hostage rescue mission. The review also delves into the rifle's unique design features, such as its rear-locking lugs and side-mounted elevation adjustment, contrasting it with modern rifle designs.

This guide details the setup and basic operation of the Manurhin MR73 Sniper's Model, a specialized revolver utilized by the French GIGN. It covers accessory mounting, loading, and operational considerations, drawing on expert insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The MR73's design emphasizes durability, precision, and immediate readiness, making it a unique choice for its intended role.