Baghdad Carbine: Iraq's Super-Rare Copy of the Rasheed
This video provides an expert-level comparison of the rare Iraqi Baghdad Carbine and its Egyptian Rasheed predecessor, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The analysis highlights subtle yet significant differences, particularly in receiver markings and the inclusion of a buttstock cleaning kit on the Baghdad Carbine. Mechanically, the rifles are identical, sharing a direct gas impingement system, milled receiver, and 7.62x39mm caliber, with fully interchangeable parts. The video delves into the historical context of their production, including the transfer of tooling from Egypt to Iraq.










