Videos tagged with Mauser 1891

This guide details the loading and live-fire demonstration of the Argentine Mauser 1891, as presented by Misha. It covers the manual loading of the unique single-stack internal box magazine with five rounds of 7.65x53mm Argentine ammunition, cycling the bolt, engaging and disengaging the safety, and firing at a steel target from a benched position. The demonstration highlights proficiency with vintage bolt-action firearms.

This review of the Mauser 1891 highlights its early design as a small bore, smokeless powder, magazine repeating rifle. Key features discussed include its weight, overall length, the balance point of the ammunition, the action's stiffness, the safety mechanism, and the sight variations. The rifle is noted for being advanced at its adoption but quickly surpassed by later Mauser designs.

This documentary delves into the history and technical specifications of the Argentine Mauser Model 1891. It details its development in response to regional arms races, its design evolution from earlier Mauser models, and its adoption by Argentina. The video also provides a close look at the rifle's mechanics, including bolt operation, magazine feeding, and the use of stripper clips, offering insights into its place in early smokeless powder rifle development.

This video showcases a vast array of historical firearms, from early percussion revolvers to World War I-era infantry weapons and specialized heavy machine guns. The demonstration highlights the evolution of firearm technology across different eras and conflicts, featuring expert handling and safe operation by Mae.