MG-42

The Buzzsaw That Defined Domination

Step back into the thunderous echoes of World War II with the MG 42, a machine gun that stands as an icon of German engineering, firepower, and the relentless force of the Third Reich. Designed by the brilliant minds at Mauser-Werke, the MG 42 is not just a firearm; it’s a chapter in the history of military innovation.

Introduced in the late 1930s, the MG 42 quickly became the backbone of the German infantry’s firepower. Its revolutionary design, featuring a high rate of fire and a distinctive cyclic sound often described as a “buzzsaw,” earned it the nickname “Hitler’s Buzzsaw.” Chambered in the 7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge, the MG 42 could unleash a staggering 1,200 rounds per minute, setting it apart as one of the fastest machine guns of its time.