From the Vault: Mauser Model 712 "Schnellfeuer" Pistol

This video showcases a collection of high-quality, museum-grade firearms, emphasizing their historical significance and pristine condition. The presenter, an experienced collector, highlights specific details like original finishes, matching serial numbers, and unique embellishments on various Luger, Mauser, Colt, Walther, Smith & Wesson, and C96 Broomhandle models. The focus is on appreciating these pieces as historical artifacts rather than for modern tactical use.

This guide details the operation of the Trejo Model 1 machine pistol, a rare .22 LR select-fire firearm from Mexico. It covers identifying the fire selector for semi-automatic or full-auto ('Rafaga') modes and emphasizes proper grip and recoil control due to its high rate of fire. The information is presented with expert insight from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlighting the pistol's unique history and legal context in Mexico.

This expert review from Forgotten Weapons details the Mauser Schnellfeuer, a full-auto variant of the C96 Broomhandle. It covers the pistol's origins, production numbers, and technical specifications, including its short recoil operation and impressive 1120 RPM rate of fire. The review emphasizes the critical role of the shoulder stock for controllability, highlighting the significant muzzle climb and impracticality of firing without it.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of three Mauser C96 variants: the standard pistol, the carbine, and the full-auto Schnellfeuer. Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms historian, demonstrates their performance at a desert shooting range, highlighting accuracy differences, handling characteristics, and the unique shooting experience each offers. The carbine emerges as the most accurate, while the Schnellfeuer is noted for its high rate of fire and fun factor.

This review covers the Mexican Trejo Machine Pistol, a rare select-fire .22 LR handgun. The video highlights its compact design, blued finish, and resemblance to Star pistols. Expert analysis details its semi-automatic and full-automatic capabilities, including a demonstration of its high cyclic rate and an 8-round magazine capacity. The presentation emphasizes educational value and proper firearm handling protocols.

This review of the VZ61 Skorpion, presented by firearms content creator Micah Mayfield, explores its surprising accuracy and unique characteristics. Despite its small caliber and historical context, the Skorpion demonstrates sub-MOA potential at close range. Mayfield's expert assessment covers its design as a true machine pistol, its quirky vertical brass ejection, and its place in both historical conflicts and modern pop culture.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.