Videos tagged with Tangent Sight

This guide details the unique 50-meter adjustment mechanism of the Gewehr 1898's Lange Visier sight, often referred to as a 'rollercoaster sight'. Expert instruction highlights how alternating button presses allow for precise, incremental adjustments without major repositioning, a feature often found on German-made Mausers. The video emphasizes understanding the sight's range from 400 to 2000 meters and its utility in varying conditions.

This video provides an expert-level examination of a Lee Speed rifle owned by James Bird Thornycroft. Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries details the rifle's history, its connection to Thornycroft's bullpup designs, and the technical innovations of Thornycroft's patented tangent sight. The discussion covers the sight's windage adjustment mechanism, its automatic return-to-center feature, and the use of early plastics in its construction. The rifle's Webley & Scott barrel and the historical context of the Lee Speed designation are also explored.

This video provides an in-depth look at the AKM rifle, an improved version of the AK-47. The presenter demonstrates its reliability and accuracy by engaging targets at various distances, from 25 meters to 500 meters. Key techniques for zeroing the rifle using its adjustable tangent sights and compensating for environmental factors like wind and angled shooting are highlighted.

This guide details the operational mechanics of the M79 'Thumper' grenade launcher, focusing on its break-action loading, sighting systems, and firing procedure. It highlights the weapon's historical significance and its unique High-Low pressure system for managing recoil. Instruction emphasizes proper sight usage and safe handling, drawing from expert knowledge.

This video provides an in-depth look at a rare Siamese Artillery Luger, a variant produced by Mauser in 1936. It details the historical context of its production, its unique features like the 8-inch barrel and tangent sight, and its service with the Bangkok police. The video highlights the use of surplus WWI parts combined with new production components.

This video provides a clear, demonstrative guide to loading and firing the Finnish M/39 Mosin-Nagant rifle. Misha, an expert in historical firearms, showcases the proper use of 5-round stripper clips for the 7.62x54mmR ammunition and demonstrates how to adjust the tangent sights. The footage includes live fire at a steel target, highlighting the rifle's functionality and historical markings like the 'SA' stamp.

This guide details how to inspect a modified AK rear sight leaf, as demonstrated by Phuc Long from Firepower United. It covers identifying the standard top view with range markings and the unique underside peep sight aperture. The video highlights a non-standard modification that adds a secondary aiming option to the rifle.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of the Browning Hi-Power pistol, detailing its history, design evolution, and variations. It highlights John Browning's contributions, the pistol's military adoption, and its unique features like the high-capacity magazine. The discussion covers different models, including early FN production, post-war variants, and international copies like the FEG, with insights into their collectibility and market value.

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an expert review of the Beretta 38A, a highly regarded WWII submachine gun. He details its unique dual-trigger system, adjustable sights, and effective muzzle compensator, noting its superior ergonomics and manufacturing quality compared to contemporaries like the Suomi. The demonstration highlights its stability during full-auto fire.

This guide details techniques for operating and zeroing the Sturmgewehr (MP43/MP44/STG44), drawing from expert instruction. It covers safe operation of semi-auto and full-auto modes, effective use of the tangent sights for 100-meter engagements, and crucial sight adjustments needed when switching between different brands of 7.92x33mm Kurz ammunition at longer ranges like 300 meters.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Mosin Nagant rifle series, covering variations like the M38 and M39, and detailing critical operational aspects. It highlights differences in receiver types (round vs. hex), explains the challenging decocking and safety mechanism, and identifies various arsenal markings from Tula, Izhevsk, Finland, and France. The instructor, Iraqveteran8888, offers detailed insights into stock construction and the functionality of the 5-round internal magazine fed by stripper clips.