C&Rsenal on Youtube is doing the 88 series rifles now for anyone interested. Excellent X-ray views on how various weapons operate.
At 13:30 he mentions facts relevant to the discussion.
Primer 018: Gewehr 1888/05 - YouTube
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C&Rsenal on Youtube is doing the 88 series rifles now for anyone interested. Excellent X-ray views on how various weapons operate.
At 13:30 he mentions facts relevant to the discussion.
Primer 018: Gewehr 1888/05 - YouTube
Watched the whole video. Rather good. The "xray" views look computer generated. Didn't have time to figure out what source materials he was using, but it's mentioned that there's access somehow at the end of the vid.
Also, found some small mirrors, but no photos yet. Other thing going on, including match prep for this weekend.
I agree on both points.Quote:
Originally Posted by jmoore
I know it isn't a real X-ray....:rolleyes: but what else would you call it....:dunno:
If it helps any I was working from Storzs book. Which is fresher translated and very detailed but still used the term rivet I believe.
I just had the book 'German Gew. 88 "Commission Rifle"' by Paul S. Scarlata come in, and it does say they were riveted on. I only took a quick glance, however I hope to do a more detailed look later on.
So who has a scrap rifle and a band saw? We can get right to the bottom of this!
LOL.
Othais, Great job with the channel. No need for books anymore, we've got your video encyclopedia...:D
Seriously, your bringing the hobby and the history to a whole new level. Wish you great success. Chime in more often if you can find the time.:thup:
Thank you! I wish I had more time to browse but those animations are brutal on my schedule.
I would take Scarlata with a grain of salt. He plays pretty fast and loose and if it was written before he'll record it as fact.
Storz is awesome: German Military Rifles Volume 2: Dieter Storz: 9783902526564: Amazon.com: Books
Good to know, thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Othais