Minute of Mae: Siamese RS 121 Type 46

Published on July 20, 2023
Duration: 1:01

This video provides a detailed overview of the Siamese RS 121 Type 46 rifle, a unique firearm blending Mauser export and Japanese Type 35 design elements. It highlights key features such as its weight, overall length, the distinctive thumb board dust cover, and the use of 8mm Rimmed Type 45 Long ammunition. The review also touches upon the rifle's Mauser 98 action, internal magazine design, safety mechanism, and sights, noting its origin from the second Siamese contract.

Quick Summary

The Siamese RS 121 Type 46 rifle weighs 8.4 pounds and measures 49.1 inches in length. It's a hybrid design, blending Mauser Export 1907 and Japanese Type 35 features, chambered in 8mm Rimmed Type 45 Long. Key features include a non-integrated thumb board dust cover, a smooth Mauser 98 action, and a steep break magazine to prevent rim lock.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Siamese RS 121 Type 46 Overview
  2. 00:14Design Origins: Mauser & Japanese Influence
  3. 00:18Dust Cover and Loading Mechanism
  4. 00:25Ammunition: 8mm Rimmed Type 45 Long
  5. 00:30Balance Point and Action
  6. 00:36Bolt Handle and Parts Interchangeability
  7. 00:40Internal Magazine and Rim Lock Prevention
  8. 00:44Safety and Trigger
  9. 00:48Sights: Rear and Front
  10. 00:51Second Siamese Contract Details
  11. 00:54Carbine Mention and Subscription Call

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Siamese RS 121 Type 46 rifle?

The Siamese RS 121 Type 46 rifle weighs 8.4 pounds and has an overall length of 49.1 inches. It is chambered for 8mm Rimmed Type 45 Long ammunition and features a Mauser 98 action.

What makes the Siamese RS 121 Type 46's design unique?

Its design is a hybrid, combining elements from the Mauser Export 1907 and the Japanese Type 35. It also features a distinctive thumb board dust cover not integrated with the bolt.

What type of ammunition does the Siamese RS 121 Type 46 use?

The rifle uses 8mm Rimmed Type 45 Long ammunition. It is loaded using five-round clips, and its internal steep break magazine is designed to prevent rim lock.

What are the sights and trigger like on the Siamese RS 121 Type 46?

The rifle has simple sights, consisting of a tangentially notched rear and a barleycorn front. It also features a Mauser flag safety and a decent two-stage trigger.

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