Orden Y Patria: Carabineros de Chile Model 1935 Mauser

In this "From the Vault" episode, Brownells' Roy Hill showcases a rare Chilean Model 1935 Mauser rifle. He acquired the rifle after finding several hundred rounds of 7mm Mauser ammunition and discovered it at the Brownells Retail Store. This variant of the Mauser 98 was manufactured in Germany by Mauser-Werke specifically for the Carabineros de Chile, with only about 10,000 units produced. Roy's rifle, serial number 405, is in excellent condition with well-preserved markings. He provides a detailed walkaround, highlighting the rifle's features, including its original sling and a period-appropriate, though non-original, bayonet.

This review of the 1895 Chilean Mauser in 7x57mm highlights its historical significance and practical accuracy. Despite the 400-meter battle sight causing shots to land high, the rifle demonstrated consistent grouping at 300 yards and tight groups at 200 yards. The review emphasizes the importance of understanding sight settings for effective use of vintage military rifles.

This C&Rsenal "History Primer" documentary delves into the Chilean Mauser 1895 rifle. The video covers the firearm's history, its operational function, and includes a live-fire demonstration. It is part of a series honoring a historical conflict's centennial anniversary. The production is patron-funded, with links provided for support and merchandise. Sponsors like Ballistol USA are acknowledged, and sources for further reading are listed, focusing on Mauser rifles in South America and Chile specifically.

This video provides a detailed historical and technical overview of the Mauser Model 1912, an export rifle primarily manufactured by OEWG (Steyr) for Chile. It delves into the geopolitical context of its development, the unique arms manufacturer cartel agreements, and specific technical features of the rifle, including its Mauser 98 action and 7x57mm chambering. The assessment highlights its place as a pinnacle Mauser design despite being a long rifle in an evolving era.

This C&Rsenal "History Primer" documentary explores the Chilean Mauser Carbines. Hosted by Othais and Mae, the video provides a comprehensive look at the firearm, covering its history, mechanical function, and demonstrating its live fire capabilities. The episode is part of a series honoring historic conflicts and airs bi-weekly. The creators highlight their patron-funded model and offer merchandise, while also acknowledging contributions from Ballistol USA, DrakeGmbH for ammunition data, and Bruno for animations. Additional reading material on Mauser rifles in South America and FN Mauser rifles is also recommended.

This video is a book review of David Nielsen's "History of the Mauser Rifle in Chile." The reviewer highlights the book's academic rigor, detailing the procurement and testing of the Chilean Model 1895, 1912, and 1935 Mauser rifles and carbines. While acknowledging the book's detailed primary source research, the reviewer notes its dry academic style and suggests it would benefit from more photography. The content covers Chilean military history, rifle and ammunition trials, and negotiations between manufacturers. Related topics like Navy rifles, 7.62mm NATO conversions, and Boer rifle purchases are also briefly mentioned.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.