Videos tagged with Mauser Model 98

This guide explains the fundamental differences between Controlled Round Feed (CRF) and Push Feed rifle actions, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield using a Mauser 98 and a Remington 700. CRF ensures the extractor maintains control of the cartridge from the magazine to the chamber, while Push Feed captures the rim upon bolt closure. The video highlights the reliability of CRF through rapid cycling.

This video showcases a rare Pre-WWI custom combination gun by Georg Knaak, featuring a Mauser 98 action paired with a unique side-pivoting shotgun barrel. The intricate design includes a dual trigger system, a textured barrel to reduce glare, and a hidden patch box. Markings indicate it's an 8mm rifle and likely a 16 gauge shotgun, proofed before 1913.

This video ranks the top 5 most innovative rifles, focusing on designs that were widely copied, stood the test of time, and offered unique attributes for their era. The list includes the 1860 Henry, Mauser 98, M1 Garand, AK-47, and AR-15/M16, with a bonus mention of the Barrett M107. Each rifle is discussed for its historical significance and impact on firearm design.

Larry Potterfield from MidwayUSA expertly explains and demonstrates three common rifle magazine floorplate designs: detachable, hinged, and blind. He provides clear instructions on how to operate the release mechanisms for detachable and hinged floorplates, and a practical technique for safely unloading firearms equipped with blind magazines, emphasizing the importance of proper firearm handling.