This video delves into the history and technical evolution of the M1 Thompson submachine gun, focusing on the simplification efforts undertaken by Savage during World War II. It details the design changes that made the M1 more cost-effective and efficient to manufacture, including the replacement of the Blish lock with a blowback action, the removal of non-essential features like the vertical foregrip and Cutt's compensator, and modifications to the sights and recoil system. The M1A1 variant, with its fixed firing pin, is also discussed as a further simplification, leading to the short production run of the M1. The video highlights that intact M1 configurations are rare today due to retrofitting to M1A1.
This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide range of topics, including international travel and customs, personal travel aspirations, and specific firearm-related discussions. Topics delve into ammo construction (half-brass), the rarity of closed-bolt SMGs and hexagonal barrels, economical machine guns, the FN49 in different calibers, sniper rifles for fictional Elbonia, and historical firearms like the 8mm Lebel Maxim and Ethiopian oddities. The discussion also touches on comparisons between the WWSD and M16, ideal French rifles for smokeless powder, a 2-Gun match choice (Carcano, Enfield, Arisaka), the CETME AMELI's limited success, a sought-after but elusive firearm, cartridge design theories, seemingly contradictory designs (M3 vs. PPSh-41), the manufacturing process of stamped parts, ideal firearm pairings for matches, a hypothetical Pedersen vs. Johnson scenario without the Garand, 'non-real' actions like Blish, printed magazines for rare guns, the future of 9mm and 5.56mm, the biggest military lesson from WWI, and whether Simonov saw an RSC rifle. The episode concludes with a fun question about unlimited ammo from Santa.
This YouTube Short provides a quick look at the iconic Thompson Model 1928A1 submachine gun, affectionately referred to as the "Tommy Gun." The video highlights the firearm's design and possibly its operation, fitting within a minute-long format. The description includes links to the creator's other shorts, social media channels (Instagram, Patreon, Facebook), and affiliate links for various gear and companies, such as American Defense Manufacturing, Accu-Tac, Air Armor Tech, UF PRO, AR 550 Targets, HRT Tactical, Rhino Metals, Gallowtech, Vickers Guide, Dixxon, Fist Handwear, Bolt Action Coffee, and Black Arch Holsters. The creator also uses the hashtags #armandgun and #shorts.
This video delves into the iconic American WW2 Thompson submachine gun, specifically the M1A1 variant. It highlights the historical context of its development, stemming from the US Army's desire for a more cost-effective weapon. The description details the simplifications made from the M1928A1 to the M1 and then the M1A1, including the elimination of the Blish lock and the adoption of a blowback action and a fixed firing pin. The video notes that over 715,000 M1 and M1A1 Thompsons were produced before being replaced by the M3 Grease Gun. It also includes a brief correction regarding the transferability status of the featured firearm.
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