Some Living History Facts &
Other Useful"tid-bits."
Gewehr -- ab
Figure 1
Gewehr -- ab! (Order Arms!)
Figure 1 - The left hand simultaneously drops the butt toward the left thigh, turning it slightly toward the body, the right hand grasps the piece at the height of the shoulders, the elbow pressed slightly downward.
Figure 2
Figure 2 - The right hand carries the piece in a vertical position across the body, turns it slightly outward, and permits the piece to slide through the hand if the height of the man requires it. The thumb lies behind the barrel or hand guard.
Figure 3
Figure 3 - The left arm resumes its position at the side. The butt is placed even with the toe of the boot.
