Minute of Mae: German Mauser 1871 Carbine

Published on October 20, 2022
Duration: 1:01

This guide details the operation of the Mauser 1871 Carbine, as demonstrated by Mae from C&Rsenal. It covers loading a single black powder round, operating the smooth bolt action, engaging the stiff flag safety, and managing the stout recoil. The video emphasizes the carbine's historical significance and rarity.

Quick Summary

The Mauser 1871 Carbine is a single-shot rifle chambered in 11mm black powder, weighing 7.3 lbs with a 39.3-inch overall length. It features a smooth action, a stiff flag safety, a trigger with long take-up and heavy break, and V-notch ladder rear sights with a barleycorn front sight. Recoil is stout.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Firing
  2. 00:05Physical Specifications
  3. 00:16Loading and Action
  4. 00:28Handling and Controls
  5. 00:37Trigger and Sights
  6. 00:48Recoil and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key physical specifications of the Mauser 1871 Carbine?

The Mauser 1871 Carbine weighs 7.3 pounds and has an overall length of 39.3 inches, making it a handy and compact firearm. It fires 11mm black powder cartridges and is a single-shot rifle.

How is the Mauser 1871 Carbine loaded and operated?

As a single-shot rifle, the Mauser 1871 Carbine has no magazine; rounds are loaded directly into the chamber. The action is noted for its smoothness, featuring a turned-down bolt handle.

What is the trigger and sight configuration on the Mauser 1871 Carbine?

The trigger has a long take-up and a heavy break. The sights consist of a small V-notch ladder rear sight and a protected barleycorn front sight.

What is the recoil like when firing the Mauser 1871 Carbine?

The recoil from firing the Mauser 1871 Carbine is described as stout on the shoulder. This historical firearm uses 11mm black powder cartridges.

Related News

All News →

More Training & Techniques Videos You Might Like

More from C&Rsenal

View all →