Norwegian K98kF1 Repurposed Mauser

This guide details how to identify French Occupation Mauser K98k rifles (svwMB) produced between 1945-1946. Expert Ian McCollum highlights key features like the 'svwMB' code, French star proofs, 'Kriegsmodell' simplifications, and specific French modifications such as the side sling bar and hexagonal stacking rod. Understanding these characteristics is crucial for collectors and historians examining post-war firearm production.

This video provides an in-depth look at a unique post-WWII Brno-manufactured Mauser K98k variant intended for Ethiopia. It details the rifle's specific features, historical context of its procurement by Emperor Haile Selassie, and its role in international arms trade and geopolitical maneuvering. The analysis highlights distinctive elements like the enlarged winter trigger guard and the St. George stock disc, offering expert insights into its production and markings.

This guide outlines the process of assessing sporterized military rifles for restoration, emphasizing the challenges and often negative economic outcomes. Expert Ian McCollum highlights that irreversible modifications like cut barrels or drilled receivers severely diminish value. Parts availability varies greatly by model, with some like Berthiers being particularly difficult to source. Restoration is generally not profitable due to the high cost of parts and labor compared to the market value of original rifles.

This video provides a detailed field stripping guide for the Mauser K98k rifle, focusing on the disassembly of the bolt assembly. It covers removing the bolt from the receiver, then disassembling the bolt body, shroud, firing pin, and spring. The presenter notes that the K98k shares the robust Mauser 98 action common to many variants.

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.