Videos tagged with Tangent Sights

This guide details how to identify and understand FN High Power pistols produced during the German occupation of Belgium. It covers key production changes, including sight variations, serialization, grip materials, and the removal of the magazine safety, highlighting collector-relevant details and potential authenticity indicators. The information is presented with the authority of an expert firearms instructor.

This video provides a brief overview of the Yugoslavian M48 Mauser short action rifle, chambered in 8mm. It highlights the tangent sights, adjustable to 2,000 meters, and the hooded front sight blade. The presenter notes the ammunition's age and potential unreliability, and demonstrates the rifle's internal five-round magazine and stiff bolt operation.

This video provides an expert overview of the 1896 Schmidt Rubin rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the predecessor to the Swiss K31. The presenter, a knowledgeable firearms enthusiast, details the rifle's straight-pull bolt action and its unique rear tangent sights graduated to 2000 yards. The content focuses on the mechanical features and historical context of this classic firearm.

This entry details the Shanghai 1900 Pistol-Carbine, a unique firearm based on the Browning Model 1900 action, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum at a backup gun match. It covers the pistol's technical specifications, including its .32 ACP caliber, 10-round capacity, and distinctive features like a tangent sight and shoulder stock attachment. The performance in a competition setting is also analyzed, highlighting both its strengths and minor feeding issues, offering insights into the quality of Chinese warlord-era firearms.

This entry details the French Gendarmerie C96, a post-WWI Mauser C96 variant. It highlights its historical context, unique markings like the 'MW' monogram and 'Germany' export stamp, and technical anomalies such as 7.63mm caliber with 50-500m tangent sights, likely due to parts bin utilization. The C96's tactical utility as a pistol or compact carbine for occupation forces is also discussed.

This expert-level review from Forgotten Weapons delves into a unique Steyr-Hahn M1911 pistol variant tested for military trials. Ian McCollum, demonstrating deep knowledge of historical firearms and military trials, highlights distinctive features like long-range tangent sights and shoulder stock compatibility. The video also touches upon the pistol's markings, legal status of accessories under ATF regulations, and provides insights into identifying original components, ultimately concluding on the impracticality of the specialized sights for military adoption.

This guide details the visual and mechanical differences of the rare M27 Lebel rifle, a conversion from the M1886 Lebel to the 7.5x54mm French cartridge. Expert Ian McCollum highlights the extensive modifications, including the replacement of the tube magazine with an internal box magazine, updated sights, and receiver milling, emphasizing the complexity and limited production of this historical firearm.

This review of the Mauser Model 71/84 11mm service rifle, presented by a speaker with high authority and deep technical knowledge, highlights its historical significance as an early repeater conversion. The video details its 8-round tubular magazine, 11mm Mauser caliber, and practical accuracy testing, concluding with an appreciation for its robust European craftsmanship.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Swedish Mauser Model M38 chambered in 6.5x55mm. The instructor, demonstrating high authority, details the rifle's historical context, manufacturing by Husqvarna, and its exceptional accuracy potential, often sub-MOA at 100 yards and effective to 600 yards. Key features like the tangent sights, cock-on-close action, and the informative brass stock disc are explained. The 6.5x55mm cartridge is highlighted for its flat trajectory and mild recoil, making it suitable for hunting.

This video provides an expert overview of the Mauser rifle series, starting with its historical context and early prototypes. It details international adoptions, the US Springfield connection, and crucial design evolutions like the third locking lug for safety. The speaker, recognized for his deep knowledge of military surplus firearms, also highlights specific models like the Kar98k and M48 Yugo Mauser, discussing their mechanical features and historical impact.