CETME Paratrooper Top-Folding Stock

Published on October 16, 2020
Duration: 7:27

This review details the rare CETME Sport rifle equipped with a unique top-folding paratrooper stock, originally designed for the Modelo B. The video highlights the stock's mechanism, ergonomic challenges due to its design placing the shooter's face near the recoil buffer, and its comparison to other folding stocks. It also covers receiver markings, sight details, and the integrated bipod on the metal handguard.

Quick Summary

The CETME paratrooper top-folding stock, designed for the Modelo B, faced ergonomic challenges. Shooters had to place their face against the metal endcap and recoil buffer housing, with the release button uncomfortably close to the nose, limiting its service effectiveness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CETME Paratrooper Stock
  2. 00:34Import History & Model Differences
  3. 01:58Receiver Markings & Sights
  4. 02:38Stock Mechanism & Comparison
  5. 03:58Ergonomic Challenges
  6. 04:49Metal Handguard & Bipod
  7. 05:41Disassembly & Internal Components

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the original purpose of the CETME top-folding stock?

The CETME top-folding stock was originally developed for the Spanish Modelo 1958 (Model B) rifle. Its design was intended for use by paratroopers and vehicle crews who required a more compact firearm for storage and maneuverability.

What are the main ergonomic issues with the CETME paratrooper stock?

The primary ergonomic challenge is that the shooter's face is forced against the metal endcap and recoil buffer housing to achieve a proper sight picture. Additionally, the stock's release button is positioned uncomfortably close to the shooter's nose.

What is the difference between the CETME Model B and Model C regarding ammunition?

The CETME Model B was chambered for the lower-pressure 7.62 CETME cartridge. The later Model C was updated to safely fire the full-pressure 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition by 1964.

Does the CETME Sport rifle feature a bipod?

Yes, this CETME Sport rifle features a ventilated metal handguard with an integrated folding bipod. This configuration was adopted in limited numbers by the Spanish military and appeared on some early commercial imports.

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