Videos tagged with Sniper Rifle Development

The Walther WA2000 sniper rifle was developed in response to the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, aiming to equip German counter-terrorism units like GSG 9 with specialized capabilities. While adopted by some West German police units in 1976, it never entered mass production, with only 176 units manufactured. Its design was tailored for police counter-terrorism rather than military applications.

This book review delves into Steve Houghton's 'The Green Meanie - L96A1,' offering an expert look at the development and service of the iconic British sniper rifle. It highlights the significant shift from traditional designs to the modular chassis system pioneered by Accuracy International, detailing its military trials, production scale-up, and combat use across various global conflicts. The review emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the book, covering not just the rifle but also its associated optics and equipment.

This expert review from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons delves into a rare H&K SL7 Match prototype. The analysis covers its roller-delayed blowback action, lineage from H&K hunting rifles, and development context influenced by the Munich Olympics. Key features like the Schmidt & Bender scope, custom stock, and unique barrel are examined, highlighting its R&D history and reasons for not reaching mass production.