Videos tagged with Tula Arsenal

This video details the specific history of a Mosin-Nagant variant, identified by its markings. Originally produced in 1896 at the Tula Arsenal, it was captured by Austro-Hungarian forces during WWI. The Austro-Hungarians converted it to their 8x50mm cartridge, remarking the rear sight in 'Schritt' and marking the butt plate with '4FR' for the Fourth Fortress Artillery Regiment. Post-war, it was transferred to Italy as reparations and subsequently purchased by the Finns around 1926, requiring a new barrel sourced from SIG.

This guide details the process of loading a Russian SKS rifle using a stripper clip and engaging targets. It covers the manual of arms for loading the 10-round internal magazine and demonstrates live fire at an outdoor range. The instruction comes from Misha, an experienced shooter and collector, highlighting historical markings and practical handling.

This video focuses on the Russian SKS semi-automatic rifle, detailing its design by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov in the 1940s. The description highlights its permanent folding bayonet and hinged magazine, noting its obsolescence in the Soviet military with the advent of the AK-47 but continued use by border troops and reserve units. It also mentions extensive Soviet production and widespread manufacturing and export by China and other Eastern Bloc nations. The SKS's appeal to insurgent forces and its significant presence on the North American civilian market since 1988 as a hunting and sporting rifle are also covered.

This guide details the loading and live-fire technique for the Soviet SVT-40 rifle, as demonstrated by Misha. It covers the unique method of loading the 10-round magazine using stripper clips while the magazine is seated, and the process of engaging a target with iron sights. The demonstration highlights proficient handling and accurate fire from a bench rest, showcasing the rifle's semi-automatic operation.

This video provides a silent, ASMR-style demonstration of the 1870 Russian Krnka rifle. The collector, exhibiting expertise through proper handling and demonstration of the unique breech-loading mechanism, showcases the loading and firing process. Key visuals include close-ups of the receiver markings and the specific 15.24x40mmR cartridge, along with sight adjustments.

This video demonstrates the proper technique for loading the SKS rifle using 7.62x39mm ammunition on stripper clips. The expert guide covers locking the bolt, inserting the clip, and seating the rounds into the fixed internal magazine. It highlights efficient use of stripper clips, a key skill for operating surplus rifles like the SKS.

This guide details the proper procedure for loading a 10-round stripper clip into the SKS rifle's internal magazine and executing a live fire sequence. It emphasizes safe handling and proper marksmanship techniques, as demonstrated by a firearms enthusiast. The video showcases the SKS-45, a classic semi-automatic rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm.

This review of the 1909 Imperial Nagant M1895, presented by a knowledgeable collector, details its historical markings from the Tula Arsenal and demonstrates the unique loading process through its gate. The video showcases the revolver's operation, including firing in double-action mode, offering insights into this classic firearm's functionality and historical context.

This video demonstrates the proper loading and live-fire technique for the M1891 Mosin-Nagant rifle. Expert instruction covers ammunition preparation using stripper clips, cycling the bolt, adjusting the Konovalov rear sight, and engaging a steel target with 7.62x54mmR ammunition. The demonstration highlights safe firearm handling and the historical markings of the Tula Arsenal.

This video provides an in-depth look at the M1895 Nagant revolver, highlighting its unique gas-seal mechanism designed by Leon Nagant. It details the revolver's adoption by Imperial Russia and its subsequent production in both Belgium and Russia, noting the evolution of its fit and finish over time. The discussion also touches upon its service history through both World Wars and the challenges of finding its specialized ammunition.

This guide details the operation of a 1942 SVT-40 rifle, covering magazine loading, chambering a round, safety engagement, and live fire. It emphasizes proper handling of vintage military surplus firearms and safe shooting techniques, as demonstrated by a firearms enthusiast. The video showcases the rifle's semi-automatic action and iron sights in a methodical manner.

This video provides an expert-level examination of a unique prototype Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian Pattern Revolver featuring a Bird's Head grip conversion. Ian McCollum details the historical context, mechanical features, and exceptional craftsmanship involved in this rare piece, highlighting its significance as an early Russian contract prototype.