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MAT-49 Submachine Gun: And Preceding French Submachine Gun Designs, Including the MAS-35
MAT-49 Submachine Gun: And Preceding French Submachine Gun Designs, Including the MAS-35
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The French Model 1949 submachine gun, known as the MAT-49, was a reliable and compact weapon used in decolonization campaigns and by military forces worldwide until its production ceased in 1979. Its notable features included a retractable stock and folding magazine well.
Format: Hardback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2022
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
The French Model 1949 9 mm submachine gun, also known as the MAT-49, has a rich history dating back to 1919 and has played a significant role in French military and decolonization campaigns. The MAT-49 was designed and manufactured by Manufacture Nationale d'Armes de Tulle (MAT) and was a simple, robust, compact, and reliable weapon. It was widely used throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa and was particularly favored by airborne and other elite forces due to its retractable stock and folding magazine well. Production of the MAT-49 ceased in 1979, but it is still used by some military forces to the present day. The MAT-49 was chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge and featured a 32-round magazine. It was known for its accuracy, reliability, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for close-quarters combat. The MAT-49 was also used in various special operations and counter-insurgency operations, including the Algerian War of Independence and the Vietnam War. Despite its age, the MAT-49 remains a popular weapon among collectors and enthusiasts due to its historical significance and unique design. In conclusion, the French Model 1949 9 mm submachine gun, also known as the MAT-49, is a significant weapon in French military and decolonization history. Its simple design, robust construction, and reliability made it a popular choice for elite forces and was used in various conflicts throughout the world. While production ceased in 1979, the MAT-49 remains a popular weapon among collectors and enthusiasts due to its historical significance and unique design.
Weight: 770g
Dimension: 236 x 311 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764362927
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