Videos tagged with Vetterli-Vitali

The Vetterli-Ferracciu is a rare Italian Navy rifle, a four-shot box magazine-fed conversion of the Model 1870/90. It evolved from the earlier tube-fed Bertoldo system to address the need for faster reloading by naval landing parties. This rifle features a unique magazine cutoff, allowing single shots while reserving the four-round magazine.

This video details the historical context and technical aspects of the Gewehr 88 rifle used by the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) in 1914. It covers the political climate of Irish Home Rule, the UVF's formation, and the significant arms purchase of 25,000 surplus rifles from Hamburg, Germany. The narrative highlights the smuggling operation and the specific markings on a Steyr-manufactured Gewehr 88, including the distinctive 'U.V.F. FOR GOD AND ULSTER' stamp.

This WWI Primer episode from C&Rsenal delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Italian Vetterli-Vitali 1870/87 rifle. Hosted by Othais and Mae, the documentary is part of a series commemorating the centennial anniversary of World War I, with new episodes released every other Tuesday. The video features additional reading resources, original music, and collaborations with The Great War, Rock Island Auction, and DrakeGmbH for ammunition data.