Videos tagged with 9x17mm

This video delves into the fascinating, yet ultimately unproduced, Czechoslovakian Samopal vz 38 submachine gun. Designed by František Myška, it was intended to replace rifle-caliber light machine guns in fortified positions, prioritizing a high volume of fire with the 9x17mm (.380) cartridge. The SMG featured an impressive 96-round drum magazine, influenced by the Finnish Suomi. Despite initial orders and adoption, German occupation prevented its production, leaving only 20 pre-production examples. The presenter highlights access granted by the VHU - the Czech Military History Institute - and encourages visits to the Army Museum Žižkov.

This video from Forgotten Weapons delves into the complex world of 9mm pistol cartridges, explaining the origins and distinctions between numerous variations. It covers the ubiquitous 9mm Luger (Parabellum/NATO), along with historical and less common rounds like 9mm Largo, 9mm Browning Long, .380 Auto (9mm Kurz), 9x25 Mauser Export, 9mm Steyr, 9x18mm Ultra, and 9x18mm Makarov. The explanation focuses on their development, dimensional differences, and intended applications, highlighting why seemingly similar designations can represent very different cartridges.

This video explores the WALAM 48, a Hungarian-produced pistol that served as a direct copy of the Walther Model PP. Originally developed by Fegyver- és Gépgyártó Részvénytársaság (FÉG) as the 48M police pistol for Hungary after WWII, it later found an export market. In 1957, a deal was struck with Egypt under General Nasser for a version of the 48M, named WALAM 48 (standing for 'WAlther- LÁMpagyár'), chambered in 9x17mm (.380 ACP). Although 10,000 were ordered, the contract was canceled before completion, leading to some pistols featuring an Egyptian crest and others with blank slides. The video also briefly mentions the Tokagypt TT33 copy.

This video provides an in-depth review of the FN 1922 service pistol, also known as the 1910/22 or 10/22. The presenter, Mike from TFBTV, discusses its history as a successful but lesser-known service pistol used by various European countries from the inter-war period until the 1970s and 1980s. The review covers its availability in both 9x17mm (.380 ACP) and 7.65x17mm (.32 ACP) calibers. Other firearms mentioned in passing include the FN 1910 and FN 1903 / Husqvarna m/07. The video also features mentions of sponsors Ventura Munitions, BLACKHAWK!, and Blue Alpha Gear, as well as a call to support TFBTV on Patreon.

This video explores the CZ vz.38 pistol, a lesser-known firearm developed by CZ as a successor to the vz.24. Despite its formal acceptance by the Czech Army in 1938, production was interrupted by the German occupation. The German military subsequently acquired and utilized the pistols as the Pistole 39(t) within various branches of service. The description highlights its mechanical design as a simple blowback automatic, chambered in .380 ACP (9x17mm), noting its distinct appearance and double-action-only trigger, as well as a unique disassembly process. The video details production batches and markings, differentiating between Czech military acceptance and German service use.

This video showcases the restoration of a Beretta Cheetah pistol, which had suffered damage from battery acid. The restoration process involves bringing the firearm back to life and applying a Graphite Black Cerakote finish. The description also includes a link for viewers interested in sending their own firearms for similar work.