Right, I've owned and fired both. As a battle rifle, the Lee Enfield is the best rifle. The action is so slick and fast and it never sticks. The ten round magazine, as mentioned, also gives you twice the firepower. The big issue for me with the K98 as that it gets really hard to cycle rounds through it after sustained fire- the action starts to stick- whereas the 303 doesn't. And remember you're re-loading the K98 every five shots!. Both rifles are as durable as buggery but the Lee Enfield is just so much easier to shoot and cycle rounds which in my books gives it a pretty huge advantage. Remember, both rifles were designed for fighting with, not customising.
@georgemorley1029
8 жыл бұрын
You'll get nowhere in this comments section with a reasonable, balanced opinion like that!
@benhughes6090
8 жыл бұрын
You should do a video. You have answered the question that made me watch this video.
@peterhouser3761
7 жыл бұрын
yeah but you can reload 98 twice as fast lol
@wasistdaswasdasist
11 жыл бұрын
5:11 The k98k has the sling at the side, to make it easier to be carried on a horse or a motorbike.
@liamanderson5703
3 жыл бұрын
do you know how to make a link
@modelmaker7847
9 жыл бұрын
Sir, your weapons are really in a remarkable state! I congratulate you and even if it is a sin to tell you it, I envy you. Thank you for your video:-).
@cayochr
14 жыл бұрын
I have a swiss 1898 schmidt-rubin that shoots 7.5x55 swiss. With the swiss milsup ammo made in 1978, I can shoot one moa groups all day with iron sights. Also I have a swedish mauser in 6.5x55 thats a pleasure to shoot. If anyone reading this hasnt thought about shooting a old smoke pole i will be the first to say your missing out. I prefer them to my other present day rifles. Great video! Thank you very much for sharing it!
@lifelessperson1993
9 жыл бұрын
The first, K, as in Karabiner, does not denote a shorter carbine version of the original Mauser seen in WW1, it denotes the position of the sling and the way it's carries if I'm not mistaken on this latter point… The K, Kurtz is war denotes the shorter length Cheers 😊
@optimusjoshua
16 жыл бұрын
Great Video Mate, Really informative. I hope to own a Lee Enfield some day as my grandfather used one in WW2. These are fantastic pieces of history. Great to see somone puting great information on these pices.
@Hubscharber
15 жыл бұрын
Its also worth mentioning that Enfields are somewhat prone to jamming if loaded incorrectly. Due to the double stack nature of the magazine, the rims of the cartridges can snag on each other if care isn't taken to load them properly.
@pooheaddamn
12 жыл бұрын
Great review. I like how you make a decent review, without trying to compensate by overshooting. Let's be honest, if wer're watching this, we like both, one or the other, we've seen them shot
@floisy
17 жыл бұрын
failed to mention that when the k98k is chambered with a round and the firing pin is set by releasing the trigger while closing the bolt, "to make safe without relying on safety switch" it is easier and quieter to make ready to fire by opening the bolt and closing the bolt without drawing the bolt back where as the .303 you have to draw the bolt back slightly so you make more noise..
@SpeedyNeutrino43
14 жыл бұрын
To Jollygreenslugg..thanks for posting this video...very nice rifles you have too. Good luck in acquiring many more pieces for your collection.
@Vintageologist
15 жыл бұрын
If you are out for a K98k, one that has had parts replaced (during the war maintainance) is about 300€ in good condition, one that is all parts with matching numbers (like it came from the factory) and good condition anywhere from about 500 to more than a 1000€, depending on the manufacturer and how rare it is. They used to be way cheaper, but prices are going up constantly since people found out how these are quite nice rifles to actually shoot with. I have one and will buy another.
@ThisOldHat
15 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Very well narrated. Its amazing how much bad info gets tossed around about these weapons on the internet. It would be nice if you had a demo of the weapons being fired. I've also read that the mauser type rifles tended to have a higher muzzle velocity and therefore flatter trajectory than the enfiled type rifles. Lastly, if u can't acquire a garand perhaps you might look into the '03 Springfield. It wasn't used as much as the garand, but the marines did carry them during Guadalcanal.
@PhilHewkin
5 жыл бұрын
very nice examples of both. I recently saw a Lithgow with adjustable windage on the rear elevation sight. It is a 2018 model, 100 yrs old! and still functions perfectly. As for nonsensical gun law, If drunk driving was remedied by impounding vehicles, and fines and jail for those who NEVER drive drunk, that would duplicate the gun law policy of today.
@Usfourcases
14 жыл бұрын
Well done comparison:) I personally prefer the action on the Mauser, but the SMLE is also an excellent rifle. Thanks for the side-by-side!
@hgosn1
12 жыл бұрын
The positioning of the Mausers sling was designed to try and prevent Allied commandos from cutting the jugular of sentries.
@Jimmer1688
15 жыл бұрын
I have found that the accuracy issues with the no. 5 series carbine are quite evident... at least in my rifle. I've tried nearly every varient of .303 Enfield ammunition available within New York State, and have found a similar pattern of rounds occasionally tumbling through my targets. Being from the States, I also own a Garand, and apart from the weight at nearly 10 lbs., and the issues with mid-reloading using the 8 rd. clips, it is a fantastic rifle. Thanks for the videos.
@jpxpert
17 жыл бұрын
I saw a Lee-Enfield at a gun show here in the states, and it looked quite nice.
@pcarfan944
16 жыл бұрын
Very informative video, I kept waiting for you to shoot them but it never happened. Time for part 2 on the range I think!
@Staatssicherheit
17 жыл бұрын
I agree, its perfect for such a bolt action collection. If you want the main bolt-action rifles youll need a Nagant. Thats the rifle that was made most of anyway.
@dudekazoo
14 жыл бұрын
I liked the video. I tend to think I know quite a bit about WW2 infantry weapons but there are some small nuances that it's hard to see if you never get your hands on them. I learned some things about both rifles here, thanks!
@AnimeFanatic5602
14 жыл бұрын
That's an awesome K98k. You don't normally see them in such good shape.
@VRforged
10 жыл бұрын
You will be interested to know that the first K Karabiner is to show that it has a side mounted sling.. The Bundeswehr still use these for ceremonial purposes. The second K is for "Kurz" to show that it was shorter by a couple of inches over the old Gewehr 98 which was the rifle of the first world war. Exceptionally accurate rifle having a 29.5 inch barrel. The turkish ammo flies out the end of the G98 at around 3000fps so thats not bad. But in long the rifle is. "Sidemounted sling model 98 short rifle" So its just the K98k or any Kar variant. Way more elegant than the old G98 of the volksturm.
@shanebairstow5926
8 жыл бұрын
I have both, the SMLE is very smooth to use (good in rapid fire) the K98 is stiff and clunky. How ever the K98 feels a lot lighter freeing up the rifleman to carry stuff. If you see Pictures of German troops, the rifleman is almost always carrying one or two cans of MG38/42 ammo and that machine gun does most of the damage in a squad.
@AnimeFanatic5602
15 жыл бұрын
Though I wouldn't have put it quite that way, I have to agree. However, both the Garand and the Mauser have their good points, and I would like to eventually have both. On another note, I've checked the Springfield website, and they still manufacture a semi-auto version of the M14 for civilian sale, the M1A. Not a machine gun, but at least it's legal and easy to find.
@greenteen85
12 жыл бұрын
nice series of videos. Me gotz a 2A1 Ishapore and just recently came into a '49 South African No.4 Mk1. Just need a No.5 carbine and I'll be satisfied.
@wasistdaswasdasist
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks a LOT for that video! I am in the process deciding, which one I will buy. I guess, I will have to buy the one, and then, after saving enough money, buy the other as well :-) You are one of the rare intelligent folks, that make comparisons. You made it really well. BTW I am surprised, that semiauto is not allowed in Australia, I thought, it's a more free country. But maybe,it' easier to get a gun, than in other countries? I can get a semi,but the basic laws about guns are very restrictive.
@bozo907
13 жыл бұрын
I'm 14 and I love my 1945 Lee Enfield No4 Mk II* my father bought me for christmas. It's always been my favorite WW2 rifle. I am also a fan of the Mosin Nagant but I wouldn't choose it over the enfield. Too bad my enfield isn't as pretty as yours lol. I havn't taken it to the range yet but I plan on doing that soon so I can test it out first hand. Anyways, great video. I really enjoyed watching it because my dad promised to buy me a Mauser kar98k if I win another boxing tournament. Thanks!!
@LifeofCharles
15 жыл бұрын
Both are great rifles, the only problem I can think of for the Lee-Enfield is that the rims of the .303 sometimes jam up on one-another.
@Staatssicherheit
17 жыл бұрын
Yes, its a tighter mechanism. I dont got a mosin myself. Thats why its a little faster. But yes, cold weather and dirt and stuff slows it down as well as most other rifles exept mauser, that got some space between the bolt and the parts that surrounds it. But mosin works well to, though it takes some power to work it.
@SSSDiaz7
14 жыл бұрын
Thats a good point, never thought of it, so lets just say a rifleman is trying to load his rifle in battle, he could reload after 5 rounds and leave 5 inside the mag storage until the situation becomes desperate enoough to have to use the 10 rounds. Where as the Kar98 is a one shot deal once all 5 bullets are cycled the mag is empty, so reloading in desperate situations is nearly impossible during the heat of battle, getting overun by the enemy, or an enemy charge.
@bushcraftjoe1
11 жыл бұрын
Good comparsion. I bought my enfield mk 4 no 1 would not trade it for anything. Reliable tough and smooth action.
@PauloAAMartins
14 жыл бұрын
two iconic weapons, very good presentation i would like to see them with the baionets
@thefatrollypollyman
15 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this vid and a quick look over the lee enfield. I have just become an lee enfield owner myself as a friends relative passed away who owned one. I just received it today after gaining registration on it. Came with a sling and would be nice if i can find a bayonet to go along with it!
@LupisLupine
17 жыл бұрын
He wants somewhere in the realm of $225 for it. Barrel is in great condition, the whole rifle appears to be original though I could be wrong. I haven't asked him if I could disassemble the rifle. The furniture is in good condition but has seen better days. Honestly, as long as it's a reasonable price, in usable condition, and can be displayed, it's worth it to me.
@Icarusdecending82
16 жыл бұрын
Actually it was prior to WW1 breaking that the British were looking at a mauser type reciever. One of the biggest advantages an enfield has over the K98 is the fact that it has a 10 round capacity. The 7.92mm does out perform the .303 but that doesnt really matter when 90 percent of your targets are within 300m (most fire fights in WW2 took place at ranges within 300m).
@Targetpopper
16 жыл бұрын
Good show, personally im a little Mauser Bias but i love my enfields quite a bit. When ever you get your hands on an Arisaka your gonna notice quite a few similarities between the k98 and the type 99. Again great videos cant wait to see more.... at this point i dont know if im watching for the gorgeous rifles or the vegemite....
@Ironwulf2000
14 жыл бұрын
Correct, also if he say emptied all 10 rounds, that doesnt mean he has to reload with 10 the next time if things are tight. You could reload with five rounds or even 1 round if you wanted... just as fast as the K98
@Yorgar
15 жыл бұрын
personally i think its like apples and oranges they're both great rifles and both have lengthy years of services not to mention both were used as effective sniper rifles
@SuperFrasman
11 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos...............keep them coming! Thanks.
@tomjones1967
4 жыл бұрын
Get a Remington A3-03 mines dated 1942 & they were fielded in the Pacific theatre. Cool comparison!
@mekhet83
15 жыл бұрын
Exactly,basically they needed a rifle similar to the Mauser or to the Nagant(another great rifle,in my opinion).
@Swiftwivel
16 жыл бұрын
Great video, very informative and answered a lot of my quiestions
@Rupe51
11 жыл бұрын
Hey Jolly! Just viewed your instructive video and had to say you've got a real nice manner. Interesting and helpful and upbeat. Well done and thanks ... I'm subscribing!
@ElJulioso
13 жыл бұрын
@Paciat The Brits designed the Pattern 1914 specifically because the SMLE was not as accurate as the Mauser, and this put the Brits at a disadvantage at long ranges. The Boer War is the most obvious example of this, but it also caused them big headaches in WWI. The SMLE's inferior accuracy is also part of the reason that the Canadian Ross rifle stayed around so long, despite being unreliable - it's far more accurate. Again, the SMLE is ideal for most combat situations, but not every situation.
@saxonforge
13 жыл бұрын
Great video,you might want to mention that the enfield can also be cocked without turning the bolt and also has a secondary half cock safety. The main safety of the enfield can be easily manipulated with the thumb while holding the rifle ready to fire. With the mauser the shooter must take there hand of the rifle to disengage and the safety has three loud stiff positions whereas the enfield safety is smooth and silent. Both rifles are beautiful but I think the enfield has some better features.
@drinkfromthefurrycup
14 жыл бұрын
The Lee Enfield is such an epic gun. I love in the town where it was originally made. Makes me weirdly proud O_O
@Panzer_ze_tank
9 жыл бұрын
Long live the Commonwealth. (Canada)
@JudahMaccabee_
5 жыл бұрын
Why the fuck?
@Hubscharber
14 жыл бұрын
@Igotcha06 Problem is is that the Enfield can jam quite easily if you don't pay close attention to loading it. .303 British is rimmed ammunition, which can snag on the round below it in the magazine. Plus it - the Enfield - doesn't have a magazine catch, so you may forget how many rounds you fire under stress. With the Mauser, it will always let you know when it's hungry!
@norcofreerider604
16 жыл бұрын
Great vid, about the Mauser information. The G98 (Gewehr, model of 1898) is longer than the K98 (Karabiner, model of 1898, used in WWI, originally only by cavalry, but later issued to other troops), and then before WWII, the K98k was adopted by the Wehrmacht in 1935. Also, the second pronunciation of the word "Karabiner" sounded closer to how it is said in German. Great examples of bolt-action German and Commonwealth rifles I have a K98k and No4 Mk1, but yourse are much nicer. cheers from CAN.
@Celeon999A
16 жыл бұрын
Yes, S 234 is "Mauserwerke Berlin-Borsigwalde". I have one from 1939 here on my wall.
@MatthewJH51
15 жыл бұрын
fact is, both guns are great. both are pretty much equal. and the Garand, also a GREAT gun. and worldatwar1992, the Garand shoots a 30.06, Mauser shoots an 8mm, both rounds have VERY SIMILAR ballistics. from what i've been told, the 30.06's is slightly better. dealing about the same damage, so both equally effective. great review
@torakami9922
14 жыл бұрын
Very well done, I learned alot about the Enfield action that I was wondering about. I had always wondered how different it was to the "Mauser action" of the K98k and the Arisaka. I'm a Mauser man, I own three of them (German, Turkish carbine and Turkish longrifle) and I'm dying to get an Enfield Mk4 but I can't find one anywhere. When you get an Arisaka, please do a comparison with that as well (Mine is missing the bolt firing mechanisms; grandfather had to scrap those to get aboard his ship)
@THEHUNTER034
14 жыл бұрын
nice video comparison, thanks! though it might have worked a little better if you friend was running the camera so you had both hands free. lol but i still enjoyed the video.
@Carsten_1988
14 жыл бұрын
the K98K is one of the best hunting rifles ever! puts down every boar or moose! this vid is well made! you're one of the few ppl not saying that the german rifle is bad because it was used by the nazis! I got one and I love it!
@Dan-sq5cv
7 жыл бұрын
Good comparison. I own two k98's and three Enfield's. My German heritage want,s to say K98 is better, but there both great in their own way. If I had to go into battle and actually fight , I would take the Enfield. The Enfield has ten rounds, No. 4 has better sights, and the bolt is short throw and smooth. Mauser is well built and controlled round feed, the 8mm is rimless and the .303 is not, Mauser is on piece stock not bolted together. I like them both. My Enfields are : No. 5 BSA 1945 No.4 Fazakerly 1954 No. 1 Lithgow 1918 Rebuilt 10/45 For some reason , although I know the No4 is improved in several ways, I like the balance and feel of my No1 Lithgow better. Cheers
@BlackWidowLuger
17 жыл бұрын
Hey, if you're looking for a Mauser, it isn't difficult. I went to a gun show at the Dallas World Market (largest trade center in the world, supposedly) and found over 50 K98 and similar 98 models in the ranges of $90 to $1,200. I found beautiful WWII proof-marked karibiner for $260, but I'd just spent $130 on a Turkish. Trust me, they're not too rare.
@deaddoc
16 жыл бұрын
I have both these exact rifles, plus a Mosin Nagant M44, A K98 Argentine mauser, and a few others (including a 1876 French Gras bolt-action with the epee' bayonet). Fun to collect and shoot. This guy did a good job, but I hoped he would shoot them too. The rounds of these two rifles are close. As for usefulness, I once read a review that read, "The Germans made an excellent hunting rifle, The Americans a great target rifle but the British made a battle rifle.
@k98killer
16 жыл бұрын
The SMLE and the Kar98k were both good weapons. The main advantages of the SMLE were the 10 round capacity and high rate of fire. The main disadvantage was the common inability to interchange bolts. The main advantages of the Kar98k were better accuracy and reliability. The main disadvantage was the low rate of fire. The SMLE had added space in the chamber that allowed it to work in dirty conditions, but at the cost of accuracy. Which one you would choose is mostly a matter of opinion.
@Lodgix
17 жыл бұрын
Another informative video mate. Nice collection by the way. Over here in the UK you can only fire live rifles at gun club, so I am limited to firing a No4 mk2 T on the 1000 yds range. Might post a vid if its a good shoot.
@anApparition
14 жыл бұрын
Very informative thanks. I always wondered what the biggest differences were between the two...
@jgarner197
15 жыл бұрын
Agreed, the en-bloc clip being ejected from the action of the Garand does make a rather noticable sound that is a drawback. I have read several accounts of this from both the perspective of a GI and of a German infantryman. After awhile the GI's did begin exploiting this by throwing empty magazines against a wall or the ground so the enemy would believe they were out of ammunition. An interesting and clever trick no doubt, yet I must agree that this feature on the Garand is a bit of a drawback.
@Go0ch0069
14 жыл бұрын
I own bot of these rifles, one Mauser 98 made in 1915 and one lee enfield made in 1942 and i have to say that the action on the mauser 98 is much smoother because as you lift the bolt the firing pin is loaded back, on the enfield the action is smooth until you have to lock it in position, when locking it back in place you have to push the firing pin spring in. Because of this you can not feel the bullet being fed into the chamber.
@Kaiju3301
15 жыл бұрын
yes. there are clamp on types so you dont have to modify it very much and the more traditional ones. it just depends on how invasive you want to be
@skip2mylou05
14 жыл бұрын
hey dont hate Austriallia, we all fought togeather as a comonwealth, Aussies were with us in Egypt, Normandy, Italy same as the Kiwi, Canadians, Egyptians, Indians. This gun almost wasn't used coz of the poor performance in Boaer war but we didnt have time to produce a new gun so into WW2 it went thank god. Nice video dude!
@Howie262
14 жыл бұрын
by the way, the Mauzer does indeed fire a larger round with the same and or better accuracy then the lee enfield.... so thats somthing to take into consideration. 7.92x57mm. or "8mm"
@jgarner197
15 жыл бұрын
I like your answer! I too would make the same choice if between the three. However, during the first World War there is no doubt I would choice the No.1 as my prefered battle rifle. Though I own and love the US Model of 1917 battle rifle. I must say they are in most cases more accurate, but the drawback is they are so heavy and only hold five rounds. It is a Mauser clone but I would still take it over a German Mauser of the period because I prefer the .30 Govt cartridge.
@ThePerfectRed
10 жыл бұрын
The 'Karabiner' term actually refers to the flat sling mounting.
@redman62
16 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the correction, but people often forget that the G98's had an option for 20 rd trench magazines so this shouldn't be the only deciding factor, and it looked pretty cool, looking for a no1 mk4(T). I have a G43 and hakim both are pretty cool 8mm chambered semi auto rifles.
@StantheGunman
16 жыл бұрын
Love this video! I agree with you, since I have one of each too! But Since I have a Lithgow made L1A1 I would like an Aussie No1 too! Well, sad you cant have a Garand, you ever come to Sweden you can have a go with mine. Lovley rifle! Very much enjoyed your video, thanks for sharing!
@Regimenservas
17 жыл бұрын
Great vid Jolly. Too bad you favor the lee, I love my Mauser, superior round I think. I didn't know semi-autos were illegal in Australia. Fully-auto in the best you can do in the U.S.
@felex5000
16 жыл бұрын
Lee-Enfield: higher rate of fire resulting from the 10 round capacity. Compact and slightly shorter making it better for combat situations. Kar98k: lower rate of fire, but superior accuracy. Notice the bolt handle of the 98k is sloped downwards, making it very adaptable for sniping.
@stormvorm
17 жыл бұрын
The general consensus was that though the K was more durable, the Lee was easier to shoot quickly.
@caderly123
13 жыл бұрын
@malomaloi One main thing to keep in mind is that the .303 cartrige that the Smelly fires is very expensive nowadays...no surplus avalable. 8mm Mauser is cheaper to get because you can buy old surplus. If you're rich or just HAPPEN to find a lifetime supply of surplus .303...more power to you....if not - I would recomend a Mauser. (you dont need that extra 5 rounds at the range anyway. ) cheers!
@clarkscoolskool
14 жыл бұрын
@Howie262 In addition to my other comment. The 8mm mauser round and .303 is only by about .02 inches, and because the rounds used in WWII would likely have both been about 180 grain rounds there were likely be no difference in damage.
@SavageArms357
15 жыл бұрын
Great video. But man that stinks you can't have semi-autos in Australia! Can't wait for your video on the Mosin.
@PotatoGunsRule
14 жыл бұрын
Enfield is a better combat rifle than the Mauser. Thanks for the vid man, we all like your accent! I don't have an Enfield like this but I do have two No 4's and well, several K98's. No "ar" marked rifles though.
@AnimeFanatic5602
15 жыл бұрын
Even though the 1903A3 was chambered for the more powerful 30/06, it was still a blatant copy of the Mauser 98 design, which is what most countries were either copying or using at that point. They just didn't want to pay licensing fees. In fact, Mauser sued the U.S. on that issue and won, so we ended up paying anyway.
@tersecleric2
12 жыл бұрын
British troops were trained to shoot 15 rounds or more with great accuracy. One german general once said, after surrendering at the end of the war, "that he wanted to see the thousand vickers and lewis guns in the british trenches when it was just 1000 riflemen.
@BlackWidowLuger
17 жыл бұрын
I have found several beautiful WWII dated Kar98k's with encoded factory markings for $200.
@williamg3165
8 жыл бұрын
I love how the commentator struggles with the shoddy SMLE action even though he freely admits to being a "Lee Enfield Bloke", whereas he has a much easier time working the 98K action with its seamless and more elegant design. Way superior rifle, when even the friggin "SMLE expert" can work it so much more simply.
@georgemorley1029
8 жыл бұрын
From your comment, I presume two things; firstly, you've fired both rifles, yes? Secondly, you must fire and cycle rifles with only one of your hands, like the guy in the video (unlike the rest of us), yes? You know, because he's hand-holding a camera and only has one hand free. Which as he explained, is why his friend is helping him. Of course, you were paying attention, weren't you? If the answer to the first question is "no, I haven't fired them both", then your opinion doesn't matter anyway, because you have not experienced both actions and are just being biased. Other people in this comments section say they have fired both and rate the Lee Enfield higher. If the answer to the second question is "no, nobody fires a rifle single handed", then you've just realised how completely redundant your comment is. If the answer to the second question is "yes", then I'm afraid you don't know how to use a rifle. Clue; you use BOTH of your hands.
@TescoVee
17 жыл бұрын
Greeting from America! great video! very informative! Keep it up. -Jesse
@Americus2001
17 жыл бұрын
Great video! I've got a K98k and a M91/30 Mosin Nagant. I want to get a Lee Enfield, Arisaka, M44 Mosin Nagant. After college, I'll prolly cough up a crapload for an M1 Garand. I'm a yank and can own an evil semiautomatic, for the time being anyway.
@waltham41
16 жыл бұрын
Very nice video, hope to see your video of the Mosin Nagant rifles. If you can, get one of the long MN's and the carbine MN's. They are nice rifles too.
@clarkscoolskool
14 жыл бұрын
@njl1996 It was made in many different countries and was the stanard issue rifle of Australia and England in WWII aswell. Pakistani police units still use the rifle and the British used an upgraded version chambered in .308 up into the early '90s as a sniper rifle.
@spystyle
12 жыл бұрын
Oh I just looked up the trench magazine for the K98, it holds 25 rounds (reproductions cost about $70 US). But the large magazine could make going prone tricky LOL
@Dutchie1973
13 жыл бұрын
Hello from Canada. Excellent review. I actually have the same rifles as you. Year and maker! Very odd... I have to say a few things about your comparision. The enfield has a available firepower with the 10 rounds detachable mag, but uses the out dated rimmed cartridge! The K98k has the excellent laminated non "warping when wet" stock and has locking lugs on the front of the bolt for supierior accuracy, but they both have the crappy non apature sights! I guess you can't have it all.
@mrguiltyfool
8 жыл бұрын
Although most troops are not issued the 20 rds trench mag for the Mauser, it exists since wwi
@kit40
16 жыл бұрын
The Enfield's quicker bolt and deeper magazine seems like a huge advantage to me, it has a similar ROF to a lever action. Although every civilian bolt since is a Mauser style weapon, so I suppose that says alot.
@LupisLupine
17 жыл бұрын
A local shop of mine has one. I'm considering buying it once the holidays pass when I finally get the money. It's still got the spike bayonet! ::dances::
@BlackWidowLuger
17 жыл бұрын
Also, the stripper clip used in the Lee-Enfields was invented for the Mauser.
@HatrXx78
14 жыл бұрын
You need to get yourself a Remington 1903A3. The USMC used it to great effect early in the war at Guadalcanal. I used to own one and it was such an accurate shooter.
@cmh1984
15 жыл бұрын
Cool vid, nice rifles both. I have an SMLE myself, and a K98. Being of German descent I like my Mauser a bit more, but the action of the SMLE is so smoooooth it ought to be a sin! The Mauser out shoots the SMLE on the range, but the SMLE is more user friendly. Sorry bout not being able to have a Garand, maybe if you ever make it to the States you could shoot mine! Again, nice rifles, and nice vid. Curt H.
@SpyrusNViware
14 жыл бұрын
I have an Ishapore 2A made in India and Chambered in 7.62 NATO. It's still a Lee-Enfield. It's the design, and not where it's made. It's get's it's name from Lee's action, which is used in many models produced in many countries. Enfield comes from the rifling pattern of the barrel (designed by RSAF Enfield). There you have it. My 2A is my favorite rifle (and I have a lot). I was going to sporterize her when I got her. I'm glad I didn't, because she just would be the rifle I love today.
@TheMacMan35
13 жыл бұрын
@SGTSchneiper WTH have you been smoking? His description is spot-on accurate. The Fallschirmjager troops didn't "employ" any different variations of the kar98k than that of the Wermacht. They are indeed the same rifle. Some Jager troops might have customized their's for some reason if you seen "grooves", but they are EXACTLY the same rifle. The Kar98k was standard issue in the German Army, not to be confused with the Kar98 which was no longer issued.
@Schmidt54
16 жыл бұрын
very good video with accurate information. You pronounced the German words quite well (and i know that this is a hard thing for English-speaking persons since the German language differs a lot from it by tone). I think that the K98 has the sling on the left side and not on the bottom because in this way it can be handled better from the back of a horse, which was one intention for that weapon (carbine derives from cavalry). you best pronounce the Mauser like "Mouser" (like mouse).
@DonutGuard
16 жыл бұрын
Being biased is alright with the SMLE. It's arguably the best military bolt action rifle ever made. ;)
@ChaoticFaith
17 жыл бұрын
One thing I feel I should mention about the Mauser Karabiner 98 kurz is the area were the rounds are held (I forgot what it was called...) is removable and can be replaced with one that holds 20 rounds although this was very uncommon during World War II, it was also uncommon because it took way to long to reload it again.
@Skosgo
15 жыл бұрын
great video. i have a mauser too, and i gotta hand it to you, you own a very very nice mauser
@leetroy808
12 жыл бұрын
Enfield really is a beautiful piece of engineering...!
@Jksnk101
15 жыл бұрын
that's why GI's would carry empty bandoleers. At the start of a fire fight they would throw one down and the germans would poke their heads up to start firing and get picked off.
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