Videos tagged with Mauser 1898

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Belgian Mauser 1889/36 rifle, detailing its historical context, development as a modernization of the 1889 model, and manufacturing processes. It highlights the complex conversion work, including the action modification to a Mauser 1898 pattern, hybrid bolt construction, and stock/barrel modifications. The rifle's service history during WWII and in the Belgian Congo is also covered, showcasing its unique 'missing link' status in Mauser development.

This video from American Rifleman Television explores the history and significance of the Model 1889 Belgian Mauser rifle. Introduced in 1889, it was a groundbreaking military rifle, one of the earliest to utilize smokeless powder and incorporating ingenious design elements that would influence later Mauser models like the 1893 and 1898. The segment highlights how the 1889 Belgian represented a significant advancement over previous German military rifles.

This video demonstrates the advanced gunsmithing technique of counterboring a severely damaged Mauser rifle muzzle. Mark Novak explains how to set up a lathe precisely using a four-jaw chuck and dial indicators to align the bore, then uses a reamer to remove damaged rifling and create a new, safe crown. The process restores the rifle's integrity without needing a barrel replacement.

This video details the conservation and checkout of a 1916 Mauser Gewehr 1898 barn find. Mark Novak demonstrates meticulous disassembly, cleaning with Kroil and Acetone/ATF, and conservation techniques like boiling metal parts to convert rust. Key mechanical features, including the Lange Vizier sight and third locking lug, are explained. The process reveals a broken firing pin and significant muzzle pitting, highlighting the importance of thorough safety checks before firing.

This guide explores eight military surplus rifles as potential investments, highlighting their historical significance, ruggedness, and increasing market value. It details specific models like the Lee Enfield, M1 Garand, Mauser 1898, Mosin Nagant, and SKS, along with their respective calibers, capacities, and estimated price ranges. The video emphasizes that these firearms remain practical for hunting or self-defense while appreciating in value.