Videos tagged with Pistol Trials

This video delves into the developmental Roth Steyr pistols of 1904 and 1906, precursors to the Austro-Hungarian cavalry's adopted Model 1907. It details their evolution, including the removal of a manual safety at the trials commission's request and changes to sights and lanyard rings. The M2 model, a striker-fired 8mm pistol, is highlighted for its mechanism, comparable to modern designs.

This video details Heckler & Koch's P7A13, their entry into the US military's XM9 pistol trials. It highlights the evolution from earlier P7 variants and the specific modifications made to meet trial requirements, such as a double-stack magazine. Ultimately, the P7A13 lost to the Beretta M92 due to its significantly higher cost.

This video details the history and mechanics of Savage's .45 ACP pistols, which competed in the 1907 U.S. military trials against Colt and Luger. It covers design variations like the Model 1907, 1910, and 1911, highlighting their rotating barrel locked-breech system and safeties. The content includes a comprehensive field strip and reassembly guide, explaining the internal locking mechanism.