Lahti m/40 Norway PT-1

[heavyarska]

buy my walther model 4 1000 euros

[rugersix]

@heavyarska Walther Model 4....nice!

[IcyViking]

ofc Finland made the better quality ones! ;)

[rugersix]

@IcyViking I know!!! Mentioned that in part two I believe! =)

[Mattebubben]

@IcyViking the swedish version was cheaper and easier to make and also they made 100.000 and the finish only 9.000.

The swedish version also had a slightly more powerfull round.

(1 of the reasons that it had more problems then the finish 1)

[aguyfromsweden]

husqvarna today makes sewing machines :P

[rugersix]

@aguyfromsweden And chain saws!!! =)

[baldurus1]

An original unmodified Lahti in good condition with original wooden holster can go for as much as 10,000$.

[rugersix]

@baldurus1 Yikes!!! Over the top! =)

[baldurus1]

@rugersix It's actually the wooden holster that marks up the price here. they are extremely rare. :D

[rugersix]

@baldurus1 I believe it! Sounds interesting thanks for adding that!

[Thatevilmidget]

@baldurus1 Rare might be the understatement of the century... I've never even seen one being displayed, much less for sale! Judging by the general price tag on the pistols and other accessories, I'd assume an original piece would command around $3200-$3500 or more on the open market for a pistol with the stock, and much more if the serial numbers on the stock were matching to the pistol.

[baldurus1]

@rugersix p.s. The wooden holster also acted as a shoulder stock, you attached the grip to the end of the holster with a pin.

[HowardJohnstone]

Warning: Beware that this model Husqvarna M/40 is an inferior license built Lahti L35 which will crack at the bolt with present day ammo, having caused a lot of accidents. The Swedish procurement office (FMW) issued a recall and collected all guns and sold all of them to a portugal dealer for scrap. Please use the Lahti L35 instead, much better AND with bolt accelerator, a top performer!

[SweStuff94]

@HowardJohnstone bullshit my famely has firerd the swedish lahti like from 1940-1990 and we ONLY firerd morden +p+ ammo i askt my dad and he sayed: yeah ofc people say shit I know its bullshit i have firerd over 3000 morden +p+ ammo true it" i dont think its anny difrent from the swedish one and the finnish!

[OnlyLifeMatters]

Lahti series is Finnish, not swedish. If this is swedish, this is only VARIANT OF THE ORIGINAL FINNISH PISTOL!

[GoStobe]

is this some sort of family to luger?

[rugersix]

@GoStobe No...its actually much larger although it does resemble a Luger!

[JokuHeebo]

Yes, finns made the original version!

[jokopalma]

I think it's unfair to call the pistol a Lahti Model 40 because it just isn't. It's unfair to the Lahti L-35. Its a Husqvarna M/40! A simplified license built derivative of the Lahti L-35. Sins their were design differences between the models its only fair to try to keep them separate.

One from all accounts mediocre an one excellent pistol.

[rugersix]

Did you see in the beginning note...I corrected myself! For some reason I had 41 stuck in my head and didn't realize it until after the vid was made. It's not unfair because it is the Swedish version of the Lahti and not the much better quality Finnish L-35! I never mixed the two...I showed both there is a part two also to this vid. I think you are being a little to critical here, but thanks for the comment!

[jokopalma]

I'm sorry if I come across as critical! Let me just say that as a swede myself I love the fact that you feature this particular pistol. I just which you would call it a Husqvarna and not a Lahti. Sins they are different.

Locking forward to more excellent reviews.

[rugersix]

Oh....I see your point!!!!! I did show it being made by Husqvarna. I should have done my research a on this a bit more. Truth be known when I went to Norway I didn't bring all the facts w/me not to mention I was recovering from the Swine Flu when making this vid! lol =P

I guess I thought they were both called Lahti with the exception of being manufactured in two countries by different manufactures. This vid series was done on the fly no prep we just rolled the camera. Thnx for your input!

[BigSwede7403]

a word of warning to those collecting this gun intending to shoot it. If you get the Swedish version (M/40) there might be a chance it´s one of the guns that was used untill we replaced it with the Glock, and if so it will most likely have been fired with the M39B SMG ammo which is a hot load, so micro cracks might have developped in the frame/mechanism. We had a few instances with the mechanism being spat in the face of the shooter.

Just as a word of warning.

[rugersix]

Thanks for adding that important information Big Swede!

[BigSwede7403]

Just doing my part helping fellow enthusiasts keep safe.

On a sidenote, i´ve done some reading and by US standards the M39B ammo would be concidered +P, or even +P+. So you know what to stay away from.

[mdc2296]

@BigSwede7403 resulting in serious injury i would assume? but if not then that is a good thing

[BigSwede7403]

Odd, could have sworn i replyed to this. Oh well, here goes again. I can not confirm how serious injuries there were, but i have read of at least one case where loss of vision was involved.

[aivopark]

That is not a real thing. Lahti pistol is a finnish invention and it have to be made in Finland. Lahti pistols was made for the finnish army in Finland. It is named after the invator, Aimo Lahti.

[rugersix]

Apparently you did not watch the whole two part vid. It is a the real thing...just like Coca-Cola it is the Swedish version and not the better quality Finn as I discussed in the vid which you obviously failed to watch!

[Dylanmg420]

@aivopark

Sweden purchased a license for Lahti pistol

[Briggs1700]

Too bad you didn't get your hands on a Kongsberg 1914 :op

[rugersix]

OUCH!!!!! That hurt!!!! You know how bad I would have loved to get my hands on one of those!!!!! =D

[Briggs1700]

With some luck I'll own one soon ;p. Problem is I won't be allowed to fire it ;p

[rugersix]

Well best of luck! =]

[TheSouthernGentleman]

Its legal to own handguns in Norway?

[rugersix]

Absolutey!

[TheSouthernGentleman]

I just wondered, I'm curious about gun laws in other countries. I know the Czech Republic is good about gun rights.

[sniperpro461]

this looks like the luger PO-8 from the side but has the mechanisim from the broomhandle very weird gun good review again from rugersix 5 stars

[rugersix]

The thing is pretty big as well!

Thanks for watching this one from NORWAY!!!  =]

[Qlasettaja]

Finnish gun :D

[edpark1911]

I've seen these pistols on occasion at gun shows and such, but didn't know a lot about them. I do have a fondness for WWII vintage firearms from all countries. Thanks for this informative video on this beautiful pistol and piece of history.

[rugersix]

This was a fun review actually doing it in Norway this past June!

[jeesusolipunkkari]

nbenicewicz

-It is Finnish design. Originally designed by Aimo Lahti who also designed the "Suomi" submachine gun.

Swedish build them under license.

Greetings from Finland!

[rugersix]

Thank you!!!

Appreciate the info and for taking the time to watch it!

Greetings from The "Evergreen State" !!! =]

[lynette1953]

cool i live in sequim:)

[rugersix]

It's very nice up there! I plan on making that hike to the lighthouse on the spit!!! =]

[lynette1953]

:), yes it is

[Gungeek]

I think i'm going to get a Husqvarna 07 :)

[pukkepop]

NIce ! those are quite rare even here in europe!

[rugersix]

Perhaps...but I hear they are a lot cheaper over there!

[nbenicewicz]

It's a Finnish design right?

[rugersix]

I believe you are correct!

[Hammu78]

As a finn I have to say that now you have found a REAL classic. Lahti pistol, designed by Aimo Lahti.

[rugersix]

Was very unique to see it and shoot it!

[thepunisher2]

The Lahti M40 looks a bit like the Luger.You definitely don't see those guns on the surplus market.

[rugersix]

Yes it does...but I think is a bit bigger!!!!

You can get them here just plunk down $800 or so!!!!

[thepunisher2]

No thanks,I'll stick to guns I can afford,which at this point ain't very many.I'll get one if I ever win the lottery.

[rugersix]

I hear ya!

I'm was just thrilled to see one, handle it, and shoot it!

[thepunisher2]

Until this video I wasn't even aware of the Lahti pistols,just the ginormous anti-tank rifle.Thanks Rugersix.

[hairy1663]

Beautiful pistol! I'm a history freak so I love those old war pieces. Thanks Ruger!!

[rugersix]

Your welcome...part two to follow soon!

[itseasyforyou]

well made!! nice gun also

[rugersix]

Thanks William!!!!!!! =}

[JOHNFMKN]

I really like those old surplus pistols I am getting a CZ-52 soon. What do you think about the CZ-52?

[rugersix]

It's a beast of a gun!!!! =]

I think they are kind of ugly but here really good things about them! =]

[Shatnerpossum]

Its ugly enough that its pretty!

[MadBadVoodo]

Five Stars!!

[Dietzeeeee]

LOL I love it Rugersix from Norway. Very cool. Looks like that pistols has a lot of heft to it with all that steel. Probably doesn't kick that much. Looks like a cross between a ruger Mark 2 and a Luger 9mm. Great video I can't wait till part 2

[rugersix]

THANKS!!! It was a lot of fun putting these clips together and I think it's great to give Norway gun enthusiast a chance to share their love for the sport! =]

[kiwitedferny]

The banjo music was a bit of a worry! Out in the forest..with the guy's.......DELIVERANCE!!!!!!!­!!

Nice gun. Kind of a cross between the Glisenti and the Luger. Used by the Finns during the Winter War, I imagine.

Norway looks a LOT like NZ.

[rugersix]

Welcome to RagTime music!!!! LOL =]

Gotta keep ya guessing mate! =]

YES....it was I'm sure you are correct there!

Thanks Ted!!!! =]

[JimmyThaCop]

@kiwitedferny Its very similar. Was in KIWI a year ago. Drove around both islands. Was there in 2001, and knew then I had to come back. Fjordland(Milford Sound) and Queenstown was just like Norway.

[Gunluver1]

it is amazing to see howmany countries copied all these german models and inventions

[rugersix]

Interesting isn't it!

[AdmiralGST]

did you really bring it home? lol

[rugersix]

I wish...I wanted too!!!!!

[JPacheco91]

Nice videos! Please more video!!! Do a review of the Lusa A2 XD

[rugersix]

THANKS!

[JPacheco91]

Thinking of buy a Lusa A2?... XD loool

[SavageArms357]

What a strange little pistol...

I want one!

[rugersix]

ME TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

I think I want one made in Finland!!!!! LOL =]

[ihelk]

lovin your vids and these guns!

[rugersix]

Thank You so much it is greatly appreciated!!!!

[bill13442]

Love these vids keep them coming,please.Thanks.

[rugersix]

THANKS BILL ...pluging away!

[celsorod]

Time to break out the JB Weld, lol...nice gun...

[rugersix]

I told him that he could probably make it an easy fix using something like that!!!!

Thanks!

[scanor]

Hey Harry, that's a cool looking gun, guess it's a 9mm ?

Like the vid and looking forward to part 2 :D

Take care dude :)

S A

[rugersix]

Thanks SA!!!!

I'm truly sorry we were unable to connect!

I was hoping to get sometime to meet you personally but circustances did not permit!

[niko911]

Looks awesome. Looks like its got really good ergonomics

[Z0hann]

very nice ruger!

[ThisIsNotMikey]

Cool!

[rugersix]

Not just cool but WAY COOL!!!!!! =] LOL

[yevgenz]

Hi Harry,

Great review!

But I did not know that the Lahti pistol is so huge. Must be a lot larger than Luger, is that so?

[rugersix]

I too was surprised at how big it was!

I would say it is slightly larger than a Luger P08!

Thanks yevgenz!!!!

[3OCALM1]

I almost bought one of those earlier in the year. It was also a Husqvarna but the holser was made out of canvas and had some kind of loading and/or takedown tool. I think it had a cleaning rod, too. I figured it would make a nice addition to my Carl Gustaf M96 and AG-42b.

I decided on an HK USP.45 instead, for whatever reason.

[rugersix]

NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

You passed it up!!!!! =O

Oh well what meets the need or desire at the moment usually rules! =]

[jackeland454]

Very interesting firearm but i rather stick with my Nagant! Man i love that gun =D

[rugersix]

It is!!!

Awe you're liking your new purchase!!! =]

[ParanoidDefense]

your one lucky guy

[rugersix]

Yes...I agree!

And it's a pleasure to share the experience with the rest of the YT gun world! =]

[SKULLZ0MBIE]

Classic Arms, don't get any better than that :O)

[rugersix]

No they don't!!!! =D

[sliderule78]

I wonder if Bill Ruger was inspired by this firearm? The Ruger MK series action looks similar to this.

[rugersix]

To be honest it was the Japanese Nambu pistol from WWII that was the inspiration for the Ruger MK series!

Thanks for watching!

[HiCapacity]

What a gorgeous little pistol! Great review yet again!! 5 stars,

-mike

[rugersix]

Thanks Mike there's more to come later! =]

[HiCapacity]

Can't wait bud!

[fk243]

great vid, 5*'s and faved

[rugersix]

Thanks for watching, rating, and favoring!!!!! I appreciate it! =]

[Spooky420us]

nice old gun

[rugersix]

Yes it is my friend!

Very Nice! =]