Videos tagged with Swiss Military

The Stamm-Saurer Model 1916 is a rare experimental Swiss light machine gun designed by Hans Stamm. This air-cooled prototype, one of two built, retains features from water-cooled designs for manufacturing ease. It utilizes a short-recoil action, fires the 7.5x55mm GP11 cartridge from a 20-round magazine, and incorporates a unique out-of-battery safety mechanism.

This expert review details the Swiss MP43/44, a licensed variant of the Finnish Suomi submachine gun. The video highlights its historical adoption by Switzerland, key technical differences from the original Finnish design such as unique markings, a simplified sight, aluminum buttplate, and the notable addition of a bayonet lug. It also covers the primary magazine type and production history, noting its service life until the 1980s.

The Stamm-Zeller 1902 was an early attempt at a semi-automatic rifle developed by Hans Stamm and Zeller & Cie, converting a straight-pull action to gas operation. Despite high-quality Swiss manufacturing and innovative features like a unique safety/re-cocking lever, it was rejected by military trials. Only a handful of prototypes were produced, making it a rare piece of early semi-automatic firearm development.

This video examines the W+F Bern C42 and E22 prototype rifles, which competed against SIG in the trials for the Swiss Army's Stgw 90. Despite innovative features like quick-detach barrels and modularity, these rifles were ultimately rejected due to accuracy issues and design flaws, such as a problematic charging handle. The E22 used a proprietary 6.45mm round, while the C42 chambered the standard 5.56mm NATO.

This review details the evolution of Swiss military sidearms, starting with the Luger in .30 Luger, noting its unique grip safety and Swiss cross. It then transitions to the highly accurate Sig P210 (Pistole 49) in 9mm, praised for its precision and all-steel construction with an inverted rail system. Finally, the Sig P220 (Pistole 75) is introduced as its successor, originally in 9mm, featuring a decocker and retaining the heel magazine release.

This video explores the rich history of Swiss military small arms, focusing on their unique engineering philosophy driven by neutrality. It details the evolution of Swiss rifles from the Vetterli repeating action to the advanced straight-pull Schmidt-Rubin designs like the K31, highlighting their exceptional quality and accuracy. The handgun lineage is also covered, from early revolvers and Lugers to the renowned SIG P210 and modern P220.

The SIG Model U was a rare 1942-1943 Swiss experimental semi-automatic rifle, with only about 16 produced. It featured a short-stroke gas tappet system, a tilting bolt, and a unique permanently attached 1.8x telescopic sight. The rifle utilized a 12-round detachable magazine loaded with charger clips and showcased complex Swiss machining.

The Swiss 1897 Kadettengewehr is a single-shot training rifle based on the Schmidt-Rubin 1889/96 action. It features a unique dual-calibrated rear sight designed for both standard GP90 and reduced cadet loads, matching ballistics to ensure the cadet load at the muzzle equals the standard load at 100 meters. This rifle served the Swiss Cadet Corps from its production in 1898 until the early 1950s.

This video details the five variations of the Swiss military SIG P-49 (P210) pistol, highlighting changes in finish, grips, magazines, and safety features. Early models lacked a half-cock notch, a common issue addressed in later production. The evolution also covers magazine types and the distinctive M49 holster with its modified closure.

The Bergmann No.5 (1897) was Bergmann's first locked-breech pistol, developed after the 1896 model failed to gain military traction. Chambered in 7.8mm Bergmann, it fired a powerful .30 caliber round for its era. Despite trials with Swiss and British militaries, it was rejected due to fragility and caliber preference, leading Bergmann to focus on the civilian market with carbine variants and luxury sporter models.

This review of the Swiss 1882 Ordnance Revolver highlights its unique place in firearms history, bridging older designs with modern trends. Despite its relatively weak 7.5mm cartridge, the revolver was kept in Swiss service due to its cost-effectiveness and robust build quality. The video details its mechanical features, including the Abadie loading system and its double-action trigger, offering a comprehensive look at this historical piece.

This review compares the Swiss Arms SG550 and FAMAE SG540, highlighting their shared piston-operated rotating bolt system and distinct manufacturing qualities. It details unique features like the folding trigger guard and diopter sights, while also addressing Canadian legalities and aftermarket support, including STANAG magazine adapters. The discussion touches on pricing and legal capacity workarounds for Canadian shooters.