Top 5 Best Military Bolt Action Rifles

Published on August 11, 2015
Duration: 12:42

This video ranks the top 5 military bolt-action service rifles, focusing on those that were a nation's primary firearm. It covers the Krag-Jørgensen, Lee-Enfield SMLE, Swiss K31, French MAS-36, and the Mauser 98 (K98k), detailing their unique features, historical significance, and mechanical aspects.

Quick Summary

The top 5 military bolt-action rifles were selected based on being a nation's primary service firearm. The list includes the Krag-Jorgensen, Lee-Enfield SMLE, Swiss K31, French MAS-36, and the highly influential Mauser 98.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Criteria
  2. 00:201. Krag-Jorgensen (US Krag)
  3. 02:462. Lee-Enfield (SMLE)
  4. 05:423. Swiss K31
  5. 07:354. French MAS-36
  6. 10:075. Mauser 98 (K98k)

Frequently Asked Questions

What criteria were used to select the top 5 military bolt-action rifles?

The rifles selected had to have been the primary service rifle for a nation's military. Specialty variants like sniper or anti-materiel rifles were excluded from this ranking.

What makes the Krag-Jorgensen unique among early bolt-action rifles?

The 1892 US Krag featured a distinctive side-loading gate, allowing the magazine to be topped off without fully unloading. It was also America's first bolt-action rifle using smokeless powder.

What are the key features of the Swiss K31 rifle?

The K31 is praised for its Swiss craftsmanship, reliability, and accuracy. It employs a straight-pull bolt action with a unique 'beer keg' handle and uses 6-round fiberboard chargers.

Why is the Mauser 98 action considered so significant?

The Mauser 98 action is regarded as the 'King of bolt action rifles' due to its robust design, including frontal locking lugs, a large extractor for controlled-round feeding, and a reliable three-position safety.

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