Pavesi 1942 prototype rifle and second prototype inspired by the SVT-40

[Barn Owl Lover]

A couple of Pavesi rifles that Beretta have in their reference collection that Forgotten Weapons checked out.

M1942:

Pavesi Model 1942 Prototype Semiauto (Video)

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SVT-40 inspired rifle:

Pavesi Prototype SVT Copy (Video)

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And a question on the M1942 rifle. It seems that the muzzle brake is screwed on and has some type of spring steel catch that engages with the threading to keep it from backing off. Does it seem that I'm correct with that thought?

 

[AGG]

Those are nice samples.

Tony

 

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A couple of Pavesi rifles that Beretta have in their reference collection that Forgotten Weapons checked out.

M1942:

Pavesi Model 1942 Prototype Semiauto (Video)

www.forgottenweapons.com

SVT-40 inspired rifle:

Pavesi Prototype SVT Copy (Video)

www.forgottenweapons.com

And a question on the M1942 rifle. It seems that the muzzle brake is screwed on and has some type of spring steel catch that engages with the threading to keep it from backing off. Does it seem that I'm correct with that thought?

It sure looks like it. I dont remember seeing as anything like it. You would expect a detent in threads but why put it that far out?

Interesting. Thanks.

 

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Addendum. Can't tell from a pic but is that a gas port to regulate a short recoil system? Could flash hider screw down to restrict barrel travel?