This video delves into the history and specifications of the Colt MG38, a water-cooled machine gun developed by Colt after World War I. It highlights the MG38's lineage from the Browning M1917, detailing its modifications by Colt for international sales, including a manual safety, self-contained recoil spring, and distinct water fittings. The description also mentions various options offered by Colt, such as different calibers, flash hiders, anti-aircraft bolts, and spade grips (designating the MG38B). The video emphasizes that over 2,700 of these water-cooled Brownings were sold commercially, with a significant portion going to South America, particularly Argentina.
This is Part 2 of a biographical special on the prolific firearms inventor John Moses Browning, presented by C&Rsenal. It covers his life and numerous inventions. The video also provides links to support the channel, merchandise, and specific episodes on various firearms designed by Browning, including models from FN, Colt, Winchester, Remington, and the Browning M1917 and BAR 1918. Additional resources for further reading and the ammunition data source are also mentioned.
This video explores a rare French firearm prototype, the MAT 1955, a short-recoil, tilting bolt, gear-ratio-delayed rifle. Developed as a potential improvement for the MAS 1949, it chambered the 7.5x54mm cartridge and utilized 20-round detachable magazines. The video details its open-bolt firing mechanism and a later iteration in 1956 that reduced weight by incorporating aluminum. Despite its innovative design, the rifle was ultimately unsuccessful and not adopted by the French Army. The presentation acknowledges a correction regarding the gear ratio's function, clarifying its role in bolt acceleration for reliable cycling, drawing parallels to systems in the Browning M1917/1919 and Lahti L35.
This YouTube Short features the Browning M1917 machine gun, a classic water-cooled heavy machine gun. The video is tagged with relevant firearm terms and the specific model, aiming to capture viewers interested in historical firearms and machine guns. The use of #shorts indicates a focus on brief, engaging content.
Brownells Gun Tech Keith Ford explores early 20th-century belt-fed machine guns from the Rock Island Auction Company, focusing on John Moses Browning's designs. The video highlights the Colt-Browning M1895 "Potato Digger," the first successful gas-operated machine gun adopted by the U.S. military, discussing its operation and calibers (.30-40 Krag, 6mm Lee Navy, .30-06). It then examines the water-cooled Browning M1917 and the lighter, air-cooled M1919, detailing their service history from WWI through the Korean and Vietnam conflicts.
This video delves into the world of semi-automatic conversions of the iconic Browning M1919 machine gun, highlighting its accessibility in the US market. The description explains that the M1919's closed-bolt design simplifies conversion, unlike many open-bolt designs that require significant alteration. A key factor in its availability is the large surplus of M1919s from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the late 1990s. These guns, often imported as parts kits, were readily built into semi-automatic variants. The video specifically examines modifications made by Israel to improve the design and adapt it to the 7.62mm NATO cartridge, a change from its original .30-06 chambering.
This video delves into the history and technical details of the Browning M1917, America's heavy machine gun from World War I. It highlights the gun's development by John Browning, its adoption by the US military, and its eventual combat use. The description also touches upon its improvements and continued service through World War II, showcasing an original M1917 with its tripod. The video's context is historical firearms and their significance.
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