Videos tagged with MAS-36

This video offers an in-depth look at a curated private collection of historical and surplus firearms amassed by Ben, founder of Classic Firearms, over 35 years. The collection spans early 20th-century service rifles like the Swiss K1911 and US Springfield 1903, iconic semi-automatics such as the M1 Garand and Russian SKS, and various Mauser and Mosin Nagant variants. It also features unique AK platform rifles, carbines, and historical handguns, highlighting their condition, rarity, and collectibility.

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 segment from "American Rifleman Television" focuses on the French FRF2 sniper rifle, a domestically developed precision rifle that evolved from pre-World War II bolt-action designs. Initially based on the MAS-36, the FRF1 was modified for optics and a free-floated barrel. The FRF2, developed in 1986, adopted the 7.62 NATO caliber to meet alliance standards. Despite its dated appearance, it featured a wood stock, pistol grip, and polymer barrel shroud. The FRF2 served as France's standard sniper rifle until 2018, seeing some use in the War on Terror. Many imported rifles are in excellent condition due to limited service use, offering good accuracy at range. The video highlights its unique place in Cold War and post-Cold War military history.

This video provides a detailed look at the French MAS-36 rifle, manufactured around 1937. It demonstrates the rifle's operation, including loading its internal 5-round magazine and cycling the bolt action. A live-fire segment showcases the rifle's performance with PPU 7.5x54mm French ammunition, highlighting views through its aperture sights and slow-motion ejection.

The French FR-F2 sniper rifle, a rare Cold War firearm, was an evolution of the FR-F1 re-barreled for 7.62 NATO. It features a MAS-36 derived bolt action, a 10-round magazine, and a distinctive thermal shroud. Serving from 1986 until its recent replacement by the FN SCAR-H PR, the FR-F2 prioritized first-round accuracy and portability.

The FUSTAN was a rare .22 LR competition variant of the French MAS-36 rifle, developed in the early 1940s and revived for North African shooting societies in 1947. Unlike military trainers, it was a dedicated single-shot rimfire rifle with precision features like an adjustable aperture sight, a specialized two-prong firing pin, and a heavy barrel with adjustable balance. Production was limited to around 200 units, yet these rifles achieved significant success in junior championships.

This video discusses the French FR F2 sniper rifle, a bolt-action firearm chambered in 7.62 NATO. Developed during the Cold War as an upgrade to the FR F1 (based on the MAS-36 action), the FR F2 served the French military for three decades. The description notes that these rifles are now being retired and are available for sale through Navy Arms. The video also promotes the NRA and its various publications.

This American Rifleman TV preview showcases three distinct firearms: the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, a compact handgun popular for concealed carry and self-defense; the Rock River Arms RUK 9BT, a feature-rich, AR-style large-format pistol chambered in 9mm; and the French MAS Model 1936, a historical bolt-action service rifle adopted by France in the inter-war period. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the S&W factory and tests the RUK 9BT, while also delving into the history and robustness of the MAS 36. It highlights current trends in the handgun market and historical military arms.

The French FR-F1 sniper rifle, introduced in 1967, is a purpose-built precision rifle based on the MAS-36 but with a strengthened receiver and a 10-round detachable magazine. Its light barrel profile prioritizes weight over sustained fire, causing groups to wander as it heats up. The rifle saw notable use by GIGN during the 1976 Loyada hostage crisis.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare FR F1 sniper rifle, focusing on its practical accuracy and historical significance, particularly its use by the French GIGN in the 1976 Loyada hostage rescue. The analysis covers the rifle's development from the MAS 36 receiver, its distinctive features like rear locking lugs and APX scopes, and its role in developing synchronized sniper doctrine. The video also touches on the movie 'L'intervention'/'15 minutes of war' which depicts the Loyada incident, clarifying its entertainment value versus historical accuracy. Supporting gear from Vortex Optics is also highlighted.

The MAS 36 CR39 is a specialized paratrooper variant of the French MAS 36 rifle, featuring a shortened barrel and a unique folding aluminum stock with an integrated sling winder. Authentic models are marked 'MAS Mle 1936 CR39' with an 'F' prefix serial number. While innovative, the aluminum stock's ergonomics were poor in extreme temperatures, leading to a rubberized coating in later versions. These rifles saw service from WWII through conflicts in Indochina and Algeria, with some remaining in use as late as 1991.

This comprehensive reference book, 'Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016' by Ian McCollum, fills a critical gap in English-language literature on French military rifles. It details ten distinct rifle families with extensive historical data, production figures, variations, and service records. The book is lauded for its high-quality photography and utility for collectors and historians.