Videos tagged with Mauser-Werke

In this "From the Vault" episode, Brownells' Roy Hill showcases a rare Chilean Model 1935 Mauser rifle. He acquired the rifle after finding several hundred rounds of 7mm Mauser ammunition and discovered it at the Brownells Retail Store. This variant of the Mauser 98 was manufactured in Germany by Mauser-Werke specifically for the Carabineros de Chile, with only about 10,000 units produced. Roy's rifle, serial number 405, is in excellent condition with well-preserved markings. He provides a detailed walkaround, highlighting the rifle's features, including its original sling and a period-appropriate, though non-original, bayonet.

This entry details the Carabineros de Chile Model 1935 Mauser, a bolt-action rifle manufactured by Mauser in Germany. It highlights the rifle's unique side-mounted sling swivel, designed for horseback carry, and its specific Chilean markings. The information is presented by Ian McCollum, a renowned historical firearms expert.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Mauser HSv prototype pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the initial safety checks, slide and barrel separation from the frame, and highlights the unique recoil spring lever system. The demonstration emphasizes the pistol's locked breech action and its similarity in size to the Walther P38, while noting its experimental nature and higher manufacturing cost.