Videos tagged with MAS

This video promotes the "Small Arms of the Cold War: NATO Battle Rifles" book, focusing on the historical context and iconic designs of battle rifles used by NATO forces. It details the strategic differences between NATO's full-power cartridges and the Eastern bloc's intermediate cartridges. The book covers over 70 models, organized by type, including notable rifles like the FAL, G3, M14, AR-10, and MAS, with a chapter dedicated to precursors and others. The book features historical insights from Ian McCollum and photography by James Rupley, providing a comprehensive look at these often under-documented firearms.

This video provides a detailed look at the MAS 49/56, the last French battle rifle. It covers loading the 10-round detachable magazine with 7.5x54mm French ammunition, demonstrating the manual of arms including the side-mounted charging handle, and showcasing its range performance. Visuals highlight the integral grenade launcher sight and receiver markings.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

This video showcases new import firearms, specifically the French MAS 49/56 and MAS 36/51 rifles. It highlights these historical military rifles, likely focusing on their design, features, and potential appeal to collectors and enthusiasts. The content is derived from the title and provided hashtags, indicating a focus on these specific models and their French origin.

This review highlights the unique features of the post-WW2 French MAS MSE sniper rifle, a semi-automatic variant likely based on the MAS 49/56. Key features include a dovetail optic mount, a removable cheek riser, and a specialized muzzle device capable of grenade launching. The rifle also boasts a distinctive yellow nylon charging handle and a surprisingly good trigger pull, showcasing innovative French firearm design.

The MAS Mle 1948 series explored lever-delayed blowback as a precursor to the FAMAS. Prototypes like the Type C3 featured innovative folding magazine wells and top-mounted charging handles. Despite good field performance, its complexity led to the adoption of the simpler MAT-49.

This review details the French Lebel Modèle 1892 revolver, the standard sidearm for French officers in WWI. It highlights its unique right-side cylinder swing, simultaneous ejection system for faster reloading, and the distinct 8x27mm Lebel revolver cartridge. Despite being replaced by semi-automatics, its historical significance and collector appeal are emphasized.

This review examines two Ethiopian Gras carbines, highlighting Ethiopia's unique historical sovereignty against European colonialism. Emperor Menelik II's modernization efforts and Empress Taytu's influence are discussed, alongside the rifles' French origins, conversions, and markings, including Ge'ez script and later Italian occupation brands. The M80 modification for safety and typical condition of Ethiopian surplus rifles are also detailed.

This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons tackles a wide array of firearm-related questions, ranging from the potential availability of FAMAS parts kits and the design choices behind European heel magazine releases to the historical value of specific French firearms like the Continsouza Berthier. The discussion delves into the evolution of carbine designations (M2/M3 vs. M1A2/M1A3), the merits of different operating systems for suppressors, and advice for new gun collectors. It also touches on intriguing historical topics such as the Pedersen Device, the longevity of single-shot rifles, and the development of simple submachine guns. The episode touches upon collector interests like provenance, desired firearms, and notable pawn shop finds. It also covers ammunition topics like the difference between Berdan and boxer priming, the historical context of .30 Carbine and .30-06 ammunition, and the viability of .300 Blackout. Finally, it explores specific firearm models and concepts including the Colt Python, straight-pull rifles, inertial operation, the Type 94 Nambu, MAB-15, and the Lebel rifle's historical impact.

The RSC-1918 (FSA 18) is an improved French WWI semi-automatic rifle, building on the RSC-1917. Key upgrades include a shorter length for trench warfare, a simplified gas system for easier cleaning with corrosive ammunition, and compatibility with standard Berthier clips. While only around 4,000 were produced, it addressed critical flaws of its predecessor, seeing later use in colonial conflicts.

The French MAS 36 rifle, a WWII-era firearm, features rear locking lugs and a unique bolt action. While known for mediocre accuracy and a gritty trigger, its 7.5x54mm caliber offers reloading versatility. It performed best with 170-grain bullets, achieving a 2.5-inch group at 100 yards, making it a pleasant shooter with manageable recoil.