Videos tagged with M1900 Short Rifle

This guide details the evolution and distinctions between the Swiss M1900 Short Rifle and M1905 Cavalry Carbine, both based on the M1896 Schmidt-Rubin action. It highlights their specific design features, intended roles, cartridge differences (GP 90 vs. GP 11), and the impact of the later K11 unification on their rarity. Expert analysis from Ian McCollum emphasizes the difficulty in finding original configurations due to widespread retrofitting.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, hosted by Ian McCollum, provides an expert look at two rare Swiss Schmidt Rubin rifles: the M1900 Short Rifle and the M1905 Cavalry Carbine. McCollum details their historical context, design evolution from earlier models, and specific intended uses, highlighting key differences like the bayonet lug.