Videos tagged with NKVD

This guide details the installation and use of the Soviet Bramit sound suppressor, the standard WWII suppressor for the Mosin-Nagant M91/30. It covers mounting, the necessity of subsonic ammunition, and how to use the integrated sight adjustment table for accurate shooting. The video highlights the suppressor's unique design, including its rubber baffles and left-hand threads on original models, and its historical context within Soviet special operations.

The 1926 Tula-Korovin (TK) was the first Soviet semi-automatic pistol, designed by Sergey Korovin. Initially a .32 ACP, it was simplified to a .25 ACP blowback pistol for security agencies and officers. Distinct production patterns exist, with the third pattern featuring a heavier slide for higher-pressure ammunition. Field stripping is straightforward, involving removal of the safety lever and lifting the barrel.

The NKVD Officer's Model Nagant is a compact variant of the M1895, featuring a shorter barrel and grip for concealed carry, often used by Soviet secret police and customs agents. While mechanically similar to the standard model, its design modifications, including rounded sights and hammer, facilitate a smoother draw. Production ran from 1924 to 1932, with around 25,000 units made.