Галилейский прицел - Забытое Оружие

This video explores the rare Martin Galilean optical sights used on British SMLE rifles during WWI as an interim solution. These 'tubeless' sights offered 2.5x magnification but suffered from a very narrow field of view and poor low-light performance. Originating from target shooting practices, they were quickly superseded by standard telescopic scopes, making surviving examples highly valuable.

This review delves into the Fliegerselbstlader Karabiner 1915 (FSK 1915), a WWI German self-loading carbine designed for aviators. It highlights the rifle's substantial weight (9.6 lbs) and length (47.5 inches), its unique 30-round drum magazine requiring hand-fitting, and a distinctive two-stage progressive trigger. The sights are noted for fast acquisition rather than precision, and recoil is surprisingly mild.

This video details the 'Rosalie', a unique SMLE rifle adorned with extensive trench art by soldier Henri Le Car. It chronicles Le Car's artistic journey from a Ross rifle to the SMLE, documenting battles and personal touches like a star for his pen pal. The rifle's improbable survival and eventual reunion with Le Car highlight its historical significance as a soldier's personal journal from WWI.

This C&Rsenal WWI Primer documentary delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Swiss Mannlicher 1893 rifle. The video is part of a series commemorating the centennial anniversary of World War I, with new episodes released bi-weekly. Additional resources, including books and support links for the channel, are provided. The content aims to educate viewers on a classic firearm from the WWI era.

This video from C&Rsenal's WWI Primer series delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the French CSRG 1915 "Chauchat" machine rifle. Presented by Othais and Mae, the documentary explores this significant firearm from World War I. The content is supplemented with recommendations for further reading on machine guns and the Chauchat specifically, and acknowledges contributions from various sources including Triana Protection, Rock Island Auction, and DrakeGmbH. Supporters are encouraged to contribute via Patreon and SubscribeStar or purchase merchandise from their shop.

The Beretta M1918 is a rare Italian semi-automatic carbine from WWI, often mistaken for a submachine gun but firing only in semi-auto. It reuses parts from the 1915 Villar Perosa and operates from an open bolt with a delayed blowback system for safety. Chambered in 9mm Glisenti, it features a unique 25-round magazine and a trigger guard repurposed from a Vetterli rifle.

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.