Videos tagged with Lange Visier

This expert guide details the operation of the unique Lange Visier sight on the Gewehr 1898 rifle, as explained by a knowledgeable firearms instructor. It covers how to adjust the 'rollercoaster' sight for range and fine-tune it using an innovative 50-meter increment system via side buttons. The guide also touches on manufacturing distinctions between German and Austrian variants.

This video provides a detailed look at a 1917 Gewehr 98 Mauser, showcasing its visual condition and historical markings. It demonstrates the rifle's functionality through loading with stripper clips, live-fire sequences, and slow-motion analysis of the bolt action. The demonstration highlights the rifle's reliable performance and handling characteristics on the range.

This video explores the Wehrmannsgewehr, a German sporting rifle based on the Mauser 98 action, designed for civilian marksmanship competitions after WWI. Due to post-war restrictions from the Treaty of Versailles, these rifles were chambered in civilian calibers like 8x46R and often converted to single-shot configurations. Expert Ian McCollum details their history, modifications, and the shooting sports they supported.

This video revisits the G98 Mauser, detailing its history and comparing it to the K98k, highlighting features like the straight bolt handle. The session includes a practical penetration test of an 8mm Mauser round through a foot of loose soil, demonstrating the effectiveness of the medium as a projectile stop. The review concludes with an appreciation for the rifle's craftsmanship and historical significance.

This review details the Peruvian Mauser Models 1891 and 1909, highlighting their shared 'Lange Visier' rear sight and 7.65x53mm caliber. The 1891, originally an Argentine contract rifle, was sold to Peru and refurbished, while the 1909 is a refined export version of the Gewehr 98. The video discusses their history, technical specifications, bayonets, and common import issues like mismatched bolts.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Gewehr 98, the standard German infantry rifle of WWI. It covers its historical context, comparison to the Kar98k, the influential Mauser action, and practical aspects like loading with stripper clips and its unique 'rollercoaster' sight. The discussion also touches on its engineering, safety features, and reliability in trench warfare.

The Gewehr 98, adopted in 1898, was the standard German WWI rifle and the basis for later Mauser designs. Key features include its robust bolt action, the distinctive Lange Visier rear sight (initially problematic with spitzer bullets), and a straight bolt handle. Original WWI models often had blued barrels with unfinished receivers and bolts, showcasing excellent durability and reliability in harsh conditions.