From the Vault: Tokarev SVT-40 Rifle

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5 жыл бұрын

Privyet! Think the M1 Garand was the only military semi-auto rifle to see widespread service in WWII? Oh, Comrade, think again! The other was the Russian Tokarev SVT-40: "The very best there is when you absolutely, positively have to smoke-check every Nazi trying to invade Mother Russia. Accept no substitutes." That's what Brownells Gun Tech and collector Keith Ford tells us. Tokarev's SVT-40 is an innovative gas-operated, short-stroke pistoned, tilting bolt lockup, magazine-fed design. Keith pops the hood, shows us what makes the SVT-40 tick, and tells us a whole lot more about it, too. Do svidaniya!

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@JohnCBobcat 5 жыл бұрын

Have to say, I really appreciate the From the Vault episodes with a little bit of historical background and the look at the internals, as done here.

@Mrgunsngear 5 жыл бұрын

very cool!

@tacticplanner7188 5 жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful peace of history thanks for sharing.

@whippy107 4 жыл бұрын

This is the most wholesome look at a mil-surp rifle I've ever seen...bravo! :-D

@Stellar001100 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that Brownells was releasing a recreation of the SVT.

@bombsawaylemay770 2 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome

@dompin1747 4 жыл бұрын

Notice the flex of the entire rifle when being fired. This thing must have absolutely rattled itself apart on the full auto AVT.

@kalskiratta8633 5 жыл бұрын

Someone should start creating the files neccessary to machine these old guns so people can get their hands on them forever.

@reallyhappenings5597 4 жыл бұрын

I bought an SKS collector's guide book on Amazon. Encompassing extremely comprehensive info on every variant and production detail, it contained blueprints for every part and assembly of the gun. You could make a precise replica from that data, it was that thorough. I mention it in one of my videos. Wouldn't be surprised if a similar book exists for the SVT, as tgey are nearly identical guns.

@kebman 4 жыл бұрын

It's not entirely dissimilar to the SKS. Beautiful weapon!

@Fulken16 4 жыл бұрын

I landed a Mosin Nagant by a accident and fell in love with 7.62x54R cartridge. Currently saving to see if I can one of these soon!!!

@rokerdude215 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I needed this video

@teflonbilly4651 5 жыл бұрын

Terrific Video :) Thanks very much

@fredoriagaming4466 3 жыл бұрын

One of the few semi-automatic rifles that have a good kick/power!

@AnimeFan_2013 5 жыл бұрын

This beauty was already on my wishlist

@jhhardage 3 жыл бұрын

Correction to the info he has on the gas piston and gas adjustment: Adjustment is done with the issued wrench that fits over the front end of the gas regulator and does not require removing parts. Only time you'll need to remove those parts is for cleaning. Rotating the gas piston like he does is a way to remove it from the rifle. I'm late to the video, but I hope this helps people who may be new to the rifle.

@ShaneT.0331 2 жыл бұрын

You are correct

@mistergrendel32 2 жыл бұрын

If the wrench didn’t come with my rifle, where can I get one? 🤔

@dorianwinchester4789 5 жыл бұрын

The SVT has always been a favorite, nice video. Is that aluminum rifle "stand" available at Brownells?

@Kay0815chopper 5 жыл бұрын

well done, good rifle

@gregoryhumphries6403 2 жыл бұрын

I have one ,Great rifle! Luv it

@theopot5798 4 жыл бұрын

Well techically, it has more or less the same firing cycle with the SKS later in mid 1940's and later with the legendary AK47 , the similarities of the barrel with the gas operated piston are striking

@silencedogood5766 3 жыл бұрын

Love my 43 SVT 40

@comradenumber6928 6 ай бұрын

This is the gun Flyora in Come and See uses.

@c32amgftw 5 жыл бұрын

I like how you make your videos, not too long, all the important stuff in a snack sized portion. Those longer videos others have get a bit boring to watch. Keep it up!

@Jutte777 4 жыл бұрын

I had one of these most excellent rifles. It was my main pig hunting rifle - and it was fantastic! Fast and accurate - it was great. I regret selling it. Although now in NZ it would have been confiscated by the government .

@BoogalooBoy 4 жыл бұрын

Not if y'all fought back, you aussies and new Zealanders aint got any fighting spirit.

@Jutte777 4 жыл бұрын

@@BoogalooBoy Damn right there !

@jasonkirkk 6 ай бұрын

Thanks

@chrischiampo7647 5 жыл бұрын

Great Rifle As The AVT-40 Variant Was One Of My Favorite Select Fire Rifles In 7.62x54R Caliber 😀😊😀

@prepperpov5852 5 жыл бұрын

Great

@tevetanders9729 5 жыл бұрын

I had one.Its was very accurate.

@ron3365 3 жыл бұрын

I know I'm late to the video but my father has one that was a finish capture. Haven't been able to shoot it yet tho!

@magoid 2 жыл бұрын

0:20 I got a kick from that Jackie Brown movie reference.

@vpsaline 3 жыл бұрын

nice SKS!

@johnrildo2325 5 жыл бұрын

I wish they weren't so expensive and rare in the US. Stupid sanctions!

@big_nasty533 5 жыл бұрын

John Rildo one by me is $1200. What do you think?

@johnrildo2325 5 жыл бұрын

@@big_nasty533 That's about how much they tend to run in the US. In Canada, they're only about $400. It depends on how much you want it. You could be patient and hope to find one cheaper some day.

@kalskiratta8633 5 жыл бұрын

Theres a rumor going around that trump may get rid of the import bans

@kilroywashere9230 4 жыл бұрын

He better worry about keeping his ass out of the crowbar hotel.

@mrzsexp5750 2 жыл бұрын

How much are they worth/cost?

@johnnygeejr500 4 жыл бұрын

Top shelve

@yamrz500 5 жыл бұрын

Very good video bought mine years back only paid like $200 bucks it will be passed down to my family members love shooting it!

@mikeingram429 3 жыл бұрын

Same. I bought one for $200 at a gun show in the early 90s. Bright shiny bore, beautiful condition. All matching numbers except the magazine.

@JB-pu6ek 2 жыл бұрын

Always wanted one of these. I just don't know where to find them (If they're even legal anymore).

@mistergrendel32 2 жыл бұрын

Rock Island Auction

@mistergrendel32 2 жыл бұрын

Do you need a special tool to adjust the gas settings? 🤔

@panzerman22 5 жыл бұрын

This was supposed to be the standard red army rifle . but the germans invaded in 1941 so they went back to the mosin nagant because its a easier rifle to make and maintain and shoot.

@PugilistCactus 4 жыл бұрын

It did show up a little bit more later in the wat.

@ivanivanovich6489 5 жыл бұрын

FYI, that's not the correct sling for that rifle, but the rest of the video is on point!

@southernfried769 5 жыл бұрын

Ivan Ivanovich I’m sure if you send him the correct one, he will replace the current sling.

@MrEvanmcneilage 5 жыл бұрын

@@southernfried769 if I can find one, I absolutely will ☺ Wasn't getting on his case, just to be clear. I was more stating it just for the record.

@peterparsons7141 3 жыл бұрын

Yep,,echo the other comments I gotta get me one... found one the other day for 850$can..I’m thinking this is a very good price ?

@christopherc4814 2 жыл бұрын

I have a SVT-40 Carbine. If there is no such thing, then I have one someone cut down. Have you ever heard of a short SVT-40? Anything you can tell me?

@7SixTwo 5 жыл бұрын

does anyone know who first invented the short stroke gas sytem?

@masonhaggerty186 4 жыл бұрын

Probably someone of French descent

@magoid 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the AVS-36 was the first rifle to enter service with it. Then the SVT-38.

@aaronbarkley81 5 жыл бұрын

My wife hates Brownells! :-P

@kilroywashere9230 4 жыл бұрын

But loves the milk man?

@K20GUY73 4 жыл бұрын

Don't have a M1870 Berdan II rifle in the vault do ya?

@DavidHaupt-so2rz 6 ай бұрын

How much one in good shape like yours

@s.a.t419 Ай бұрын

In canada around 2000 canadian

@KRN762 5 жыл бұрын

My Tokarev rifle would string its shots horizontally. Weirdest thing.

@panzerman22 5 жыл бұрын

Barrel heat up.

@MrKaido93 2 жыл бұрын

The "Russian" Military ceased to exist with the dissolution of Russia in 1918 The SVD 40 is a Soviet Army rifle. Many of the SVD40 Rifles exported to North America were Finnish captured trophy's which Finland sold off.

@joshuadarden7200 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone ever have this gun shoot full auto

@mikeg2092 5 жыл бұрын

That recoil looks mild.

@kamikazesoviet 5 жыл бұрын

Mike G the muzzle break works well. Just make sure u have your ears in when you shoot!

@sqike001ton 5 жыл бұрын

Couple things with this weapon 1 it was only issed to experanced troops usually elite assault troops and 2 they would set the gas port to high or 1 notch from it and run it there that would over gas it and it would run "better" that way at the expensive of parts durabality but the soldiers life span was shorter than the guns life so

@PugilistCactus 4 жыл бұрын

Main reason it was given to specific troops is because of training requirements. The average grunt would not have been able to maintain this.

@kabukisyneri296 5 жыл бұрын

dang, that accent is thick :D

@JC-11111 5 жыл бұрын

The one thing I took away from this video was an overuse of the word "but". Try not to use it as a placeholder when speaking. It makes it seem as if you're negating everything said directly before the word "but". Combined with how much it was used, it doesn't help your presentation of facts at all.

@Шилка 5 жыл бұрын

This guy can't pronounce "Tokarev" XD

@worldoftancraft 4 жыл бұрын

This guy can't write "Токарев" XD

@georgej2058 Жыл бұрын

Referring to the actions of the state from the 1917 Jewish Bolshevik takeover until ~2014, it is objectively incorrect and inappropriate to use the word "Russian", as the state, military, etc were not run by Russians. The Soviet Union ruled over Russia (as well as many other republics and peoples) but the rulers were not Russians, nor did they rule in the interests of Russians.

@leoncolwin8645 Жыл бұрын

Worst rifle ever. Flimsy, poorly made and extremely difficult to field strip. I got rid of mine quickly. It was the worst surplus rifle that I ever bought.