So this ol mountain man has always loved multifunctional firearms/ tools. This time I hope my feeble mind, and eye impairment can express this comment more coherent. For a lack of an easy category corner to paint this firearm into I will refer to as simply as a tool. I absolutely love this tool! The rifle cartridge it is chambered for is far more effective than many gives it credit for. The versitality of a shotgun... legendary. I as someone who has spent years in Grizzly country, this combination is an ultimate in usefulness. A solid mule deer- moose rifle, with a solid large SG slug back up faster than any lever gun follow up shots. Camp meat getting tool when blue/ruffed grouse offers a dinner bell for camp fare. A tool with even more versatility with the advent of slide in barrel sleeves, with additional options becoming limitless. I have a habit of turning a 12gauge tool into a leatherman of uses. An action to multiple reactions. Though I am now stuck with in driving distance of an AR, stuck in the land of Gretchen WWWwhitler. The ol mentality does not change. Mountain man
That's a beautiful gun. I wish modern gunsmiths were capable of producing firearms of such quality. The barrel indicators are cool, I didn't realize that they were in use that far back.
Hey, search for the 'Krieghoff Optima'; it's a modern-made Drilling by the German company Krieghoff. The firearm is produced using both CNC and traditional craftsmanship, offering unbeatable quality. I'm saving up for this exact one and can't wait
@@A.R.American1 Yes, in Germany, a lot of importance is still placed on tradition. While some people do go hunting with AR models, it's more of a rarity. I received all of my weapons from my grandfather, and I couldn't be happier. Great Channel btw. 👍
What a beautiful rifle. Those guns are work of art and some of old time Europe and the uk 🇬🇧 would have . Some lot of hunting runs together just try fill the pot.
Going by the arm's age, my money is on it being chambered for 16 gauge 2 1/2 inch shells. Should not fire 2 3/4" in a 2.5" chamber. RST sells 2 1/2" 16 & 12 gauge shot shells. Look for a 65mm mark on the gun. 65mm = 2 1/2" . If it is chambered for 2 3/4" it will be marked 70mm.
Where could I go to see who made the gun I have. My father picked it up during WWII in Germany. Similar to this one but not the same. Firing pin actually held in with a small nut and a washer. One is missing.
It's really hard to find exact info. On them. Alot of them where made by several different firms. One firm would make the barrels another the reciever another the wood and then it would be all hand fitted together. Also I have never found any parts to be able to swap becouse of hand fitting. I will try to do a video soon hopefully in a week or soon that and how to identify who and when they where built. it's just way to much to do in comments.
Funny I just found out that I am not subscribed to you even though I know I was not two weeks ago LOL I guess I get the honor of subscribing to you twice
Thank you they arnt common around my area but I find a few here and there online. When i do usually either cant afford them or they are just to far gone. Sometimes tho I get lucky lol.
I have a JP Sauer sxs 12. Its nitro proof 2 3/4" for magnum loads, its well built as you said..the fit and finish is super gd. But its choked like a turkey gun, kicks like A burmese mule though with slugs or Magnum buck shot 😂 . My gun was built in 1957. But same thing as yours with the quality, would take an expensive gun nowadays to rival them.
The quality of the old belgium , London and austrian made guns is amazing. There field grade is as good if not better than the top of the line American made guns. They where real craftsman back then not the assembly line build it cheap like now days
You might find the actual date if you disassemble the gun and on the right side of the barrel lugs you should see a three figure stamped number,eg 614,meaning June 1914. Have a look.From South Africa.
On all old European made fire arms they got marked after inspection and every firearm is shot in a controlled environment at 1.5 to 2 times the pressure of a factory load. If the barrel survives it gets a proof mark stating that it is bp ( black powder ) proofed meaning only black powder loads are safe. If its nitro proof ( smokless powder ) than it's safe with modern factory loads. I will do a video explaining this soon. Thank you
that thing is beautiful just had to look that 9.3x72R up defiantly not something you see everyday and at 3.40 a round not something you shoot everyday lol
@@A.R.American1 Nice drilling! RWS produce new brass at a ok price. I press those 9.3x72R to make my 7x72R cartridges. These cartridges are low pressure cartridges, well suited for a lightweight drilling. (In 12 gauge, they tend to be fat and bulky to carry. ) The 9.3x74R is way less powerful than the 375 H&H. With a heavy 285 gr bullet, it's about 100m/s slower, and has about 1000J less energy than the 270gr light bullet in the 375H&H (710m/s 4600J vs 800m/s 5600J). (Source wikipedia)
I have owned 2 over the years. The first one I sold years ago really miss it. I really like this one and cant forsee me ever letting it go. Would definently like to add more to the collection someday
BRO, I found one. I’m still getting up from falling over after I seen the price. Lol 🤣😂🤣.🎯🎯 I won’t be able to justify the price to the better half 😫. I want it. 3.5k approx. Would be an awesome conversation piece to the collection.
@@A.R.American1 Agreed. The way these older long guns shoulder and are "just there" amazes me. My rear trigger selector looks like the barrel latch on a regular double. I also have the bottom lever to actually open the gun. My understanding is the gun I have was designed for the German colonists in Africa.
Wrong, drillings are still getting manufactured and used for hunting in Germany! I have an old one from 1920 and a new one made in 2020. They are both wonderful to shoot and there is no quality difference (i used the 2020 heavily the last 3 years)
So this ol mountain man has always loved multifunctional firearms/ tools. This time I hope my feeble mind, and eye impairment can express this comment more coherent. For a lack of an easy category corner to paint this firearm into I will refer to as simply as a tool.
I absolutely love this tool! The rifle cartridge it is chambered for is far more effective than many gives it credit for. The versitality of a shotgun... legendary. I as someone who has spent years in Grizzly country, this combination is an ultimate in usefulness. A solid mule deer- moose rifle, with a solid large SG slug back up faster than any lever gun follow up shots. Camp meat getting tool when blue/ruffed grouse offers a dinner bell for camp fare. A tool with even more versatility with the advent of slide in barrel sleeves, with additional options becoming limitless. I have a habit of turning a 12gauge tool into a leatherman of uses. An action to multiple reactions. Though I am now stuck with in driving distance of an AR, stuck in the land of Gretchen WWWwhitler. The ol mentality does not change.
Mountain man
I agree with everything you just said and cant even add to it. You are spot on a versatile tool. Thank you hope you have a great day
Now that a BOOM stick 💥
Thank you I love the old unuall stuff
That's a beautiful gun. I wish modern gunsmiths were capable of producing firearms of such quality. The barrel indicators are cool, I didn't realize that they were in use that far back.
Thank you it's amazing what those gunsmiths could do with out modern cnc equipment. Unfortunately those skills are few and far between these days.
Hey, search for the 'Krieghoff Optima'; it's a modern-made Drilling by the German company Krieghoff. The firearm is produced using both CNC and traditional craftsmanship, offering unbeatable quality. I'm saving up for this exact one and can't wait
@HofBassNarr seen that nice to know they are still being made thank you
@@A.R.American1 Yes, in Germany, a lot of importance is still placed on tradition. While some people do go hunting with AR models, it's more of a rarity. I received all of my weapons from my grandfather, and I couldn't be happier. Great Channel btw. 👍
@@Fetter_Fuchs thank you I like most firearms but I absolutely love old and traditional stuff the most
Great gun, you were very lucky to find it with 2 3/4 chambers.
Yes I was my other one I had I recut the chamber to 2 3/4 thank you for watching
Love these kind of videos of old guns! Thank you and keep up the great work
Thank you me to. There are a million ar and ak videos I'm trying to put out stuff not so common with the common lol
انا احب الاسلحة القديمة مثل البرنو
What a beautiful rifle. Those guns are work of art and some of old time Europe and the uk 🇬🇧 would have . Some lot of hunting runs together just try fill the pot.
I have a few fine english guns they are definitely works of art thank you very much
Beautiful shotgun, thank you for sharing.
You better watch it kid. You'll put yer eye out with that.
👍🤣👍
Lmao
Going by the arm's age, my money is on it being chambered for 16 gauge 2 1/2 inch shells. Should not fire 2 3/4" in a 2.5" chamber. RST sells 2 1/2" 16 & 12 gauge shot shells. Look for a 65mm mark on the gun. 65mm = 2 1/2" . If it is chambered for 2 3/4" it will be marked 70mm.
Incredible piece
Amazing History
Great Art
Beautiful Stick
Thank you
@@A.R.American1 Thank You
Good Work
nice. beautiful example of the gunmaker's art.
Yes it is I wish guns like this where more available and I didnt have to save for over half a year for lol
@@A.R.American1 amen. I have a few I paid an arm and a leg for.
Since i haven't seen this irl so i cant say anything about practicality but damn its a beautiful piece, id love to own one.
I literally just got the notification for this 7 days late
It happens
I put out a video shooting after this I'm working on a capegun video as we speak lol
Where could I go to see who made the gun I have. My father picked it up during WWII in Germany. Similar to this one but not the same. Firing pin actually held in with a small nut and a washer. One is missing.
It's really hard to find exact info. On them. Alot of them where made by several different firms. One firm would make the barrels another the reciever another the wood and then it would be all hand fitted together. Also I have never found any parts to be able to swap becouse of hand fitting. I will try to do a video soon hopefully in a week or soon that and how to identify who and when they where built. it's just way to much to do in comments.
Price sir
Priceless to me
Funny I just found out that I am not subscribed to you even though I know I was not two weeks ago LOL
I guess I get the honor of subscribing to you twice
Lol yep it happens I have to check my subscriptions every couple weeks I some how get unsubscribed from gun channels lol
@@A.R.American1It's amazing how that happens on youtube
Very nice brother. My first time ever seeing that.
Thank you they arnt common around my area but I find a few here and there online. When i do usually either cant afford them or they are just to far gone. Sometimes tho I get lucky lol.
That’s super nice.
Thank you
I have a JP Sauer sxs 12. Its nitro proof 2 3/4" for magnum loads, its well built as you said..the fit and finish is super gd.
But its choked like a turkey gun, kicks like
A burmese mule though with slugs or
Magnum buck shot 😂 . My gun was built in 1957. But same thing as yours with the quality, would take an expensive gun nowadays to rival them.
The quality of the old belgium , London and austrian made guns is amazing. There field grade is as good if not better than the top of the line American made guns. They where real craftsman back then not the assembly line build it cheap like now days
A fine arm, my brother.
Thank you brother I have a obsession with elephant guns and fine European long guns
Bro!!!!!! Did you say you was selling that beautiful gun to me? 🎯🎯🎯🎯🙏🙏🙏That’s a BadAzz gun brother.
Nice piece in your collection 😎👍🎯🎯🎯🎯
Have money will travel 😂🤣😂🤣. Just kiddin bro I know your keeping that in your collection but can’t blame a guy for trying. That’s truly BadAzz.🎯🎯
@@BullzEye63 ya I dont sell guns much to the dismay of my wife I collect them lol.
I know that bro, like pulling a tooth to add to my collection lol.🎯
Very unusual to have the rifle barrel on the rear trigger. Most German guns have it o the front trigger, and uses a single set trigger mechanism.
Love these!
Me too thank you merry Christmas
That's a beauty!
Thank you
how much is this gun worth and how hard are they find to buy?
They seem to run around 2,200 to 2,600 on gun broker I couldnt find one anywhere except gun broker
ما قيمة هذه البندقية كم دولار سعرها
I see them sell for 2,500 to 3,500 dollars on gun broker web site.
We own one almost identical. Maybe a little older because it doesn't have a serial number. It is marked "Paul Jung" "Stuttgart - Pforzheim".
That is really cool
That is fantastic, I love it
Thank you very much
Nice drilling, I'm looking for one set up like that
Thank you I got mine on gun broker
This is good, interesting combination, need more data.
A shooting video with alot more info is coming soon thank you
Awesome! She's beautiful
Thank you
Beautiful gun.
Thank you
You might find the actual date if you disassemble the gun and on the right side of the barrel lugs you should see a three figure stamped number,eg 614,meaning June 1914. Have a look.From South Africa.
Thank you will do
Beautiful.....
Thank you
Nice.
Thank you
What does the term nitro proof mean?
On all old European made fire arms they got marked after inspection and every firearm is shot in a controlled environment at 1.5 to 2 times the pressure of a factory load. If the barrel survives it gets a proof mark stating that it is bp ( black powder ) proofed meaning only black powder loads are safe. If its nitro proof ( smokless powder ) than it's safe with modern factory loads. I will do a video explaining this soon. Thank you
that thing is beautiful just had to look that 9.3x72R up defiantly not something you see everyday and at 3.40 a round not something you shoot everyday lol
I paid 67.00 for a box of 20 of them I am saving the brass to reload. Hopefully i can acquire some brass becouse at this point i only have 60 rounds.
@@A.R.American1 Nice drilling! RWS produce new brass at a ok price. I press those 9.3x72R to make my 7x72R cartridges. These cartridges are low pressure cartridges, well suited for a lightweight drilling. (In 12 gauge, they tend to be fat and bulky to carry. ) The 9.3x74R is way less powerful than the 375 H&H. With a heavy 285 gr bullet, it's about 100m/s slower, and has about 1000J less energy than the 270gr light bullet in the 375H&H (710m/s 4600J vs 800m/s 5600J). (Source wikipedia)
@sidekickbob7227 I like the 9.3x72 r cartridge is a good round for anything in the woods in Michigan. Thank you for the info.
@@A.R.American1 Absolutely! It's well suited for the gun, and the intended game. These old drillings are just wonderful works of art.
@@sidekickbob7227 I agree thank you for watching
nice piece!
Thank you full video will be up on the channel tomorrow
Drillings were popular i. Germany a deastern europe for driven game.
I have owned 2 over the years. The first one I sold years ago really miss it. I really like this one and cant forsee me ever letting it go. Would definently like to add more to the collection someday
BRO, I found one. I’m still getting up from falling over after I seen the price. Lol 🤣😂🤣.🎯🎯 I won’t be able to justify the price to the better half 😫. I want it. 3.5k approx. Would be an awesome conversation piece to the collection.
Ya they arnt cheap but when you hold and fire one you realize they are worth every penny lol
I have one of these
16 over 30 30
Built in 1925 gebr adamy
Very cool never seen one in 30-30
I have a very similar Sauer with open hammers and flip up peep sight.
@@HVACKABOOM it always amazes me the level of work and detail that each of these old guns have
@@A.R.American1 Agreed. The way these older long guns shoulder and are "just there" amazes me. My rear trigger selector looks like the barrel latch on a regular double. I also have the bottom lever to actually open the gun. My understanding is the gun I have was designed for the German colonists in Africa.
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Details of peep sight
@@HVACKABOOM check out my josef winkler cape gun you would probably like it
@@A.R.American1 Did the link to my Sauer show up?
Aren’t they called gentleman’s gauge or something? Those are so cool!
I always see them listed and described as german drillings
@@A.R.American1 ok 👍
@@VJJBodhi that dont meen they didnt call them that just I never heard it thank you for watching and commenting
@VJJBodhi 16Ga was know by some as the gentleman's gauge or gentleman's shotgun
@@A.R.American1yes the rifle are drilling. The 16ga is know as gentleman's shotgun
Brother,I like this gun...How much for 1?
I bought that one on gun broker If I remember right I think I paid around 1,500 dollars for it.
I took me a while to save the money up. If you can fix guns you can find some cheaper that need work.
Nobody can do this nowdays .
Wrong, drillings are still getting manufactured and used for hunting in Germany! I have an old one from 1920 and a new one made in 2020. They are both wonderful to shoot and there is no quality difference (i used the 2020 heavily the last 3 years)