This video explores the history and development of Estonia's Arsenal Tallinn SMG, a submachine gun designed in the 1920s based on the German MP18.I. It details the firearm's specifications, including its blowback operation, progressive trigger, and 9x20mm Browning semi-rimmed cartridge. The production numbers, distribution to Estonian military and police forces, and attempted conversion to 9x19mm are discussed. The video highlights the rarity of surviving examples and mentions their eventual sale, with many going to Spain. The presenter thanks the Estonian War Museum for access to the example shown.
This video delves into a rare prototype 9mm Clement Military Pistol from 1914. While Clement is primarily known for his smaller civilian pocket pistols, this military variant retains similar mechanical features but is scaled up for the 9x20mm Browning cartridge. It's a shrouded-hammer, simple blowback design with a single-stack magazine and a notably long barrel, likely intended to accommodate a shoulder stock. The description highlights that only two examples are known to exist today, with an estimated original production run of about 15. Although trialed by the Belgian military, it was not adopted, possibly due to the onset of World War I. The video references a detailed collaborative article for further information.
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