This YouTube video explores the fascinating 'Blow Forward' operating mechanism in firearms. The description highlights its appearance on 'forgotten weapons' and specifically mentions the Schwarzlose pistol. The content aims to explain how this unique action functions, likely through detailed explanations and potentially visual demonstrations. It caters to an audience interested in the mechanics and history of less common firearm designs.
This video showcases the Pancor Jackhammer Mk3, a fascinating and rare selective-fire combat shotgun concept developed by Korean War veteran John Anderson. Designed for high capacity and fully automatic fire, the project ultimately failed due to lack of funding. The video features a partially completed prototype of the Mk3, which never received its firing mechanism but is registered as a transferrable machine gun. It highlights the unique blow-forward, gas-operated design and its historical context within military firearm development.
This video delves into the mechanics of the 'blow forward' firearm operating system. It highlights that this less common mechanism has only been implemented in three commercial firearms: the Schwarzlose 1908, Hino-Komuro, and Mannlicher 1894. The description clarifies that while the SIG AK-53 utilizes forward barrel movement, it's in conjunction with a locked breech. The blow forward system's theoretical advantage is enhanced safety due to the bolt remaining stationary, but it comes with a significant drawback of increased felt recoil. The video implies that the advent of readily available and patented blowback systems made the blow forward mechanism largely obsolete.
This video explores a rare Grant Hammond .32 ACP prototype pistol. The description highlights its significance as a proof of concept, potentially influencing later .45 caliber designs, while also showcasing unique, unused concepts. Key features include a hybrid blow-forward/blowback mechanism with a gas-trapping system for the slide and a novel automatic magazine ejection system when empty. The presenter emphasizes the pistol's mechanical unusualness, making it a notable find for firearm enthusiasts interested in historical and innovative designs.
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