Videos tagged with Sturmtruppen

This review covers a rare, original MP-18,I 'Doughboy bringback' submachine gun, likely the first SMG in military service. It highlights the complex 32-round drum magazine, originally designed for Artillery Lugers, and its unique angled magazine well. The firearm is full-auto only, operates from an open bolt, and features a simple safety notch. Despite its age, the MP-18,I demonstrated smooth operation and reliability on the range.

The Artillery Luger (LP08) was a WWI-era German sidearm featuring a long barrel and shoulder stock, designed for artillery crews and later adopted by Sturmtruppen. Its 32-round drum magazine transformed it into a high-capacity carbine, bridging the gap before submachine guns. Despite its 800-meter sights, its practical range was limited, and it was largely superseded by SMGs post-war.

This review details the rare Mauser 1917 Trench Carbine prototype, designed for WWI stormtroopers. Key innovations include its detachable box magazine, a first for Mauser's C96 line, and a unique bolt hold-open mechanism that locks back on the magazine follower. The carbine features distinct internal mechanics and a fixed stock, differing significantly from standard C96 models.

This video is a trailer for a 2-Gun Action Challenge Match featuring two World War I rifles: the SMLE (Short Magazine Lee-Enfield) No. 1 Mk III* and the Kar 98AZ. The match is designed to highlight the SMLE's faster action and larger magazine capacity, especially in stages that allow for repeat fire, which was a limitation in a previous encounter. The event also serves as practice for a larger team match in September, where participants will use WWI gear. The description also references German Stormtroopers and suggests a book for further reading on the topic.