WW2 German Binocular Collection!

This video showcases a leather rain coat believed to be issued to German Navy Uboat officers in early 1943. The seller, Legacy Collectibles, is seeking offers for this historical military artifact. They also promote their Patreon page, "Flak & Fubar" podcast, and Instagram presence.

This video demonstrates the assembly and preparation of the Solothurn S-18/1000, a powerful Swiss anti-tank rifle. Expert instruction covers unboxing, component attachment including the bipod, receiver, barrel, and muzzle brake, followed by magazine loading and bolt cycling. The demonstration highlights the rifle's immense power and recoil during live-fire.

This video provides an initial look at a Falke optic, noting its similarity in shape to an ACOG. It features 3.5x magnification, a ballistic reticle with illumination, and clear glass. The optic can also accommodate a piggyback red dot. The review is presented in a casual, hobbyist tone.

This video details the contents and historical context of WW2 escape and barter kits issued to naval aviators. It differentiates between Atlantic and Asian versions, highlighting the valuable contents like gold coins, rings, watches, and jewelry. The kits are serial numbered, and their collector value far exceeds the intrinsic gold value.

This video tests the ballistic protection of a Russian WWII helmet replica against various calibers. While it stopped low-power rounds like 12 gauge birdshot and .22 LR, it was penetrated by .380 Auto and all subsequent higher calibers tested, including 9mm, .223, 7.62x39mm, and .308 Win. The conclusion is that the helmet offers significantly less protection than its US counterpart from the same era.

This video provides an in-depth explanation of various holsters appropriate for the World War 2 era Walther PPK pistol. It details different styles and types of holsters encountered with the PPK, specifically mentioning Police, Party Leader, AKAH, and Leading Edge variants. The focus is on identifying and describing the historical accuracy and functionality of these holsters.

This review showcases a remarkably preserved 1917 DWM Artillery Luger, featuring an 8-inch barrel and 98% original finish. The firearm boasts all matching serial numbers, including the magazine and wooden stock, which is fitted with an Imperial proof mark. The set is complete with its original 1917-dated leather holster, cleaning rod, and loading tool, highlighting its collector value.

This video showcases a rare Japanese Baby Nambu pistol, specifically a presentation model gifted by Emperor Hirohito. It details the pistol's historical context, including its limited production of approximately 10,000 units and issuance to Japanese officers. The presentation includes a close-up of the Kanji inscription and a demonstration of the original holster, cleaning rod, spare magazine, and period-correct ammunition.

This video debunks the myth that Luger production ceased in 1942, showcasing examples of Krieghoff-produced Lugers from 1943 and 1944. It details the 'byf' Mauser code and the 'Black Widow' model, noting 1942 as Mauser's final production year before retooling for the P38. The controversial 1945 Krieghoff Lugers are also discussed, with debate surrounding their wartime versus post-war assembly.

This video highlights a rare 'Un-Quality' marked M1 Carbine variant from WWII, a collaboration between Union Switch & Signal and Quality Hardware. With only about 30,000 produced, these carbines are highly sought after by collectors and command a premium price. The speaker humorously contrasts this with a standard Winchester M1 Carbine, discussing the potential collector preference and historical context.