Videos tagged with Hanyang Arsenal

This entry details the Hanyang Type 88, also known as the Type Han, a Chinese bolt-action rifle produced from 1895 to 1944. It was based on the German Gewehr 88 and featured a unique 5-round en-bloc clip system. The rifle saw extensive service through various Chinese historical periods, including the Qing Dynasty, Warlord Era, and World War II. Expert analysis highlights its design evolution and production history.

This guide details the disassembly of the rare General Liu semi-automatic rifle, highlighting its unique Bang-system gas trap operation and straight-pull bolt action. Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates the process, emphasizing the historical context and mechanical intricacies of this WWI-era Chinese firearm. The procedure involves removing the muzzle cap, handguard, stock, trigger guard, and internal components like the recoil spring and bolt carrier.