Chapter 1481 Curious Zhukov

Anyone who hears about such a powerful new weapon for the first time will be quite curious. Comrade Lao Zhu's reaction was completely within the normal range. When Vatutin first heard that Malashenko had come up with such an awesome thing, his reaction was basically the same as Zhukov's.

There is no doubt that Zhukov, who raised this question today, is lucky. Vatutin can just satisfy Comrade Zhu's wish to feast his eyes on everything.

"I think you asked the right person, Comrade Marshal. You don't have to go down to Malashenko to feast your eyes on it. When Malashenko sent the report, he also sent me such a new assault rifle. The matching bullets and firearm parts are all available, making it a complete set of weapons.”

"Oh? Is there anything else like this?"

For Zhukov, who was full of curiosity, what Vatutin said was undoubtedly great news.

Zhukov indeed planned to wait until he got to the army tomorrow to get the new gun and take a good look at it. He wanted to ask Vatutin first about his experience with the firearm. He really didn't expect such a surprise waiting. Hold yourself.

"Come on, take me to see it, I can't bear it anymore."

It is not easy for Zhukov to say that he cannot help himself. Zhukov, who exudes a calm, capable and sophisticated aura, can deal with most things calmly and as usual.

He was so looking forward to a firearm that he even took the initiative to use words like "can't help" to describe it. Vatugin, who nodded for a moment, finally understood how "itchy" Comrade Marshal was feeling at the moment. In this case, he had better hurry up. It would be best to take Comrade Marshal to have a quick look.

The AK sent by Malashenko was placed in Vatutin's own office, packed in a weapons box and hidden under Vatutin's chair. Ordinary people are not allowed to enter or leave the comrade commander's office without permission. Relatively speaking, keeping it in his own office is undoubtedly the safest option. Taking Zhukov there to see it in person can also avoid unnecessary people to ensure safety.

Under the leadership of Vatutin, Zhukov soon came to the office and saw the true face of the legendary "new assault rifle" in Lushan.

The weapon box with a small lock specially added for safety reasons was opened by Vatutin himself, and the items contained in it lay quietly inside the box waiting to be touched.

A strange-looking new gun, two empty magazines, a few firearm accessories and a small set of maintenance tools, this is all Zhukov can see.

"That's it? The new assault rifle invented by Malashenko?"

Although he clearly knew that the thing in front of him was the rightful owner he was looking for, for some unknown reason, Zhukov still asked Vatugin as if it was a bit unnecessary, and the answer he received was naturally an affirmative answer.

"Yes, Comrade Marshal. The weapon does not have a name yet. Malashenko calls it an assault rifle. It is a product that combines the advantages of a submachine gun and a rifle. Judging from the actual combat effects, this is indeed the case. This new weapon also has the capabilities of a submachine gun. With the advantages of rifles, it is an absolute handy partner for soldiers.”

Vatutin volunteered to be the commentator and explained to Zhukov the objects placed in the box in front of him. Zhukov nodded briefly and took a deep breath. Then he stretched out his hands and took out the items from the box on the desk in front of him. This is a masterpiece that will go down in the history of human small arms. When you touch its texture and feel its weight, you can't help but be amazed.

"It's very comfortable to hold, and it feels better than Bobosa in the hand. The weight is also suitable. The empty gun weighs about the same as an ordinary rifle. It will not be too heavy after loading bullets. It is very suitable for soldiers. marches and battlefield movements.”

Click——click——

Zhukov, who praised the excellent feel of the new gun in his hand, loaded the gun. Although the magazine was empty and there were no bullets to be fired, the crisp sound of the barrel impact was still heard clearly, which made everyone who heard the sound heard it. Zhukov nodded with satisfaction with a smile on his face.

"Although I haven't actually fired it yet, my first impression was that it was a very good weapon. The report said that the person who designed this gun was a young man? Is this confirmed? I always feel that this is only an experienced weapon. , something that could be designed by a master like Comrade Deggarev, the feel and weight seem to be tailor-made for frontline soldiers.”

In 1944, Kalashnikov was not yet the world-renowned super gun king in the 21st century. At this moment, he was just a young and unknown firearms enthusiast and a fledgling small arms designer. The childish atmosphere has not completely faded away, and he is far from the serious firearms master in people's impression.

"Yes, Comrade Marshal, the person who designed this gun was indeed a young man named Kalashnikov. He was so young that he was even a little ridiculous. He was two years younger than Malashenko. He was previously a tank of our Red Army. A gunner and commander of the unit commanded a T34 medium tank in combat. Later, he was injured on the battlefield and was sent to the rear to recuperate. He was unable to return to the front line because of his arm injury. "

"After that, he went to many places one after another to design firearms. He stayed in train depots, small arms design bureaus, and many other places. Last year, he made a small splash by participating in the National Light Arms Design Competition, but it didn't last long. It’s a pity that I wasn’t selected.”

"Malashenko found him when he returned to Moscow to recuperate. It is said that after communicating with him for half a day, he believed that he could create an epoch-making new weapon. After that, you and I both know that even Comrade Kotin was attracted by Marashenko. Ke was dragged into the trap, and I don’t know what method he used.”

Naturally, Vatutin and Zhukov would not know that Malashenko did not have any special super power of predicting the future, but just because of the future time travellers. They knew that Kalashnikov was an absolute genius and king-level master in designing firearms. .

So he asked someone to take the initiative to find Kalashnikov and wanted to make some "big news" that was ahead of his time. After all the tricks, Malashenko actually got it done.

"Well, it sounds unbelievable. I will find Malashenko later to ask for details. By the way, this designer named Kalashnikov, where is he now? Where is he?"

Malashenko had a keen eye for talent and dug out such a young master of firearms design. Out of trust in Malashenko's work, Zhukov believed that this young man named Kalashnikov had outstanding talents and had passed the practical test. The work is emerging and deserves attention and important responsibilities.