A Unique Pre-WWI Custom Combination Gun

This guide covers the general operation and maintenance of the Belgian Mauser Model 1935, a bolt-action rifle with a rich history. It emphasizes safety, familiarization with its Mauser 98 pattern action, and basic cleaning procedures. The rifle, chambered in 7.65x53mm Belgian, was a significant piece of Belgian military hardware during the interwar period.

This video delves into the philosophy and practice of custom rifle building with renowned gunsmith D'Arcy Echols. Echols emphasizes meticulous attention to detail, drawing from decades of experience in hunting and gunsmithing to create exceptionally reliable and accurate firearms. He discusses the importance of understanding fundamental design principles, the challenges of achieving perfect function, and the development of his 'Legend' rifle series, which prioritizes dependability and performance in the field.

This guide details how to identify the German G24(t) rifle, a variant of the Czechoslovakian vz. 24 Mauser. Expert instruction highlights key identifying features, including specific receiver markings like 'dou' and '41', the 't' designation for Czechoslovakia, a straight bolt, and a distinctive long handguard that extends to the receiver, differentiating it from the K98k.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details the critical concept of headspace in firearms. It explains what headspace is, why it's important for safe and reliable operation, and the risks associated with both insufficient and excess headspace. The guide also covers considerations for military surplus firearms and modern kit builds, emphasizing the shooter's responsibility for ensuring proper headspace.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Schlegemilch Model 1896 rifle, a competitor to the Mauser 98. It highlights unique features like the bolt shroud, wrap-around handguard, and dovetail barrel attachment. The process involves removing the trigger group, bolt, and handguard for cleaning and inspection.

Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, provides an expert guide on polishing the bolt lug raceway of a Mauser 98 bolt-action rifle. This process, using specialized tools and progressively finer grits of abrasive, aims to smooth the action for improved reliability and performance. The technique is demonstrated step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of gradual grit progression for optimal results.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.