Videos tagged with Modello 1899

This review of the Mauser C96 Modello 1899, specifically an early Italian contract variant, highlights its historical significance and unique design. The firearm weighs 2.5 pounds with an 11.75-inch length, chambered in 7.63x25mm Mauser. While its 'broomhandle' grip and front-heavy balance make it ergonomically challenging as a handgun, attaching a shoulder stock transforms it into a more effective carbine, improving handling and recoil management. The trigger pull is long but clean, and the safety is stiff.

The Mauser C96 'Modello 1899' is an early pattern pistol, weighing 2.5 lbs with an 11.75-inch length, notable for its slab-sided Italian contract use. Loading is done via stripper clips into its 10-round internal magazine. While ergonomically poor as a handgun due to its front-heavy 'broomhandle' grip, it becomes more manageable and less snappy with the addition of a shoulder stock.

This C&Rsenal "WWI Primer" episode delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Mauser C96, also known as the Italian Modello 1899. The video covers the iconic WWI firearm in detail, featuring insights from Othais and Mae. It highlights the importance of this pistol in the conflict and provides a comprehensive look at its design and operation. The episode is part of a series dedicated to firearms of World War I, presented in honor of its centennial anniversary. It also includes acknowledgments to various individuals and entities for their contributions, including Collectors Firearms for providing a replacement firearm and David & Kristin Triana for ammunition loading.