Videos tagged with Hadar II

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Hadar II, a 7.62x51mm variant of the Israeli Galil rifle, notable for its extensive wood furniture and origins during the U.S. import ban era. Expert instruction covers its historical context, external features compared to the Galil ARM, and a detailed field stripping and reassembly process, highlighting its internal similarities to the standard Galil. The speaker, a recognized subject matter expert, emphasizes the rifle's collectibility and historical significance.

The Hadar II is a rare, commercial-market .308 variant of the Israeli Galil rifle, imported to the US in 1989. It's based on the Galatz sniper rifle and features civilian-specific modifications like a thumbhole stock to comply with US import laws of the era. The Galil itself is an evolution of the Finnish Valmet RK-62, itself based on the AK design, with notable improvements in sights and controls.