Videos tagged with WWI Era

This video provides an expert-level guide to identifying and inspecting the rare Remington Model 10 trench gun, focusing on authentic US military markings, specific hardware details like the bayonet lug and walnut handguard, and distinguishing features of original trench gun variants. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, highlights key identification points crucial for collectors and enthusiasts.

This video showcases the rare German Haeussler patent pistol, developed around 1915 by Adlerwaffenwerke. While resembling a Luger P08, it features distinct design elements like a Borchardt C-93-inspired rear hump and a simpler blowback operation instead of the Luger's toggle system. Chambered in a proprietary 7.25mm cartridge, it was intended as an improvement over the Luger. The video highlights its unique features, including the operating handle, rear sight, magazine release, thumb safety, and the eagle relief on the grips. Despite its rarity and interesting design, estimated production was only around 100 units, with ammunition production likely hampered by WWI. The example shown is in good condition with approximately 75% of its original finish.

This video details the Krupp 50mm mountain gun designed for Siam (Thailand) around 1906. It highlights the gun's modular design for easy transport by man or animal, breaking down into multiple components. The presentation covers its simple breech mechanism, unique recoil absorption via a spade, and the offset sighting system. Notably, these guns are NFA exempt in the US, and ammunition can be hand-loaded.

This video demonstrates the P08 Artillery Luger, also known as the Lange Pistole 08 (LP08), highlighting its use with and without its distinctive wooden shoulder stock. The footage showcases the firearm's unique toggle-lock action during firing from multiple perspectives. It also features the full combat kit, including the 32-round drum magazine, offering insights into its historical configuration and handling.

This video demonstrates loading the rare Howell Automatic Rifle, a semi-automatic conversion of the SMLE. It showcases the efficient use of four 5-round stripper clips to fill the 20-round detachable box magazine with .303 British ammunition. The process highlights the mechanical operation of chambering a round after magazine insertion.

This review details the Bethlehem Steel 37mm Cannon, a WWI-era artillery piece originally ordered by France but seized by the US Army. It highlights the cannon's semi-automatic breech, hydraulic recoil system, and free traverse mount, unusual for field guns. The video also covers its iron sights, loading mechanism, and specific markings, concluding with a live-fire demonstration.