Videos tagged with Portuguese Vergueiro

This video from Forgotten Weapons examines a unique, handmade rifle from Ethiopia that exhibits a hybrid design, incorporating elements reminiscent of Vetterli, Mauser, Portuguese Vergueiro/Mannlicher, and possibly Chinese firearms. The rifle features a Vetterli-like receiver and action, but with a Mauser-style safety. Its caliber is indeterminate, estimated around .30 caliber, with a crudely made single-stack magazine and non-functional sights and bayonet lug. The construction is clearly artisanal, with many parts appearing handmade or heavily modified.

This guide details the disassembly of the Espingarda M/904, also known as the Portuguese Vergueiro. The video highlights its simplified bolt design, allowing for rapid field stripping. It covers basic disassembly steps and emphasizes safety. The C&Rsenal channel provides expert-level insights into WWI-era small arms.