Videos tagged with Dolf Goldsmith

This video examines a Chinese-manufactured rifle identified as a 'Fake FN Model 30,' which is a copy of the FN Model 24/30 Mauser rifle. The content delves into the history of Mauser rifles in Warlord-era China, noting that various Chinese armies acquired numerous Mauser rifles, including significant imports from FN. The description highlights that while some Chinese arsenals produced high-quality copies, many smaller shops created crude, artisanal versions that are not safe to fire. The presenter thanks a viewer for loaning the rifle for filming and promotes Dolf Goldsmith's book 'Arming the Dragon.'

This video reposts an interview with Dolf Goldsmith, filmed in December 2011, where he discusses the evolution of gun collecting over 70 years, starting from the 1950s. Goldsmith shares anecdotes about US Army testing with the PKM and a heavy machine gun his aunt received for her Red Cross service. The discussion also touches upon a planned book collaboration with Robert Segel, sadly unfulfilled due to Segel's passing. Despite this, Dolf Goldsmith, now 93, remains an active member of the firearms community.

This "Throwback Thursday" episode features Dolf Goldsmith, a veteran of the NFA shooting community since the 1950s, sharing his reminiscences and stories about destructive devices. The video highlights his extensive knowledge and passion for firearms, particularly those with historical significance. It references specific incidents and ordnance, including a Bazooka attack on the UN, a 20mm Lahti bank robbery, and Finnish 82mm mortars, providing links for further information and Dolf's published works.

This video announces updates to the "Pistols of the Warlords" Kickstarter campaign, highlighting the addition of Dolf Goldsmith's monograph "Arming the Dragon" as a standalone pledge option. The book, originally planned as softcover, will now be a hardcover due to high demand. Existing pledges for Collector's Editions will receive a hardcover copy of "Arming the Dragon" included for free. The announcement also promotes a final livestream event celebrating the campaign's closing hours, featuring discussions on Chinese firearms and themed cocktails.

This video announces the launch of the book "PISTOLS OF THE WARLORDS: CHINESE DOMESTIC HANDGUNS 1911 - 1949" by Headstamp. The book details a wide array of Chinese handguns produced during the Warlord Era and Chinese Civil War, ranging from major arsenals to small workshops. It features detailed cataloging of hundreds of unique examples, presented with full-color photography, and covers unique Chinese designs, Mauser C96 copies, FN 1900 copies, and other variations. The announcement also mentions a reprint of Dolf Goldsmith's "Arming the Dragon" on Chinese Mauser rifles, both available through a Kickstarter campaign.

This video offers a book review of "The Devil's Paintbrush: Sir Hiram Maxim's Gun" by Dolf Goldsmith. The reviewer highlights the book's extensive information on the Maxim gun in all its variations and praises the 2002 expanded edition for its additional content, including appendices on British, German, and Russian Maxim guns, as well as early automatic pistol designs. The book is recommended for its depth and detail, offering new discoveries with each read. The reviewer also notes the availability of the expanded edition at its cover price.

This video features an interview with Dolf Goldsmith discussing "$5 Finnish mortars," likely Soviet-made and captured by the Finns. The discussion clarifies that these mortars were acquired for recreational purposes rather than profit. The video touches on the Finnish military's use of mortars from various origins, including Soviet and Western powers. Forgotten Weapons is mentioned as the source.

This video offers a comprehensive review of Dolf Goldsmith's book, 'The Grand Old Lady of No Man's Land,' a highly regarded work on the Vickers machine gun. The reviewer highlights the book's extensive coverage of the Vickers gun and its various iterations. However, a significant drawback is the book's scarcity and high price, with any price under $200 considered a good deal.

This video features Dolf Goldsmith discussing "Destructive Devices" and their impact on public awareness. It highlights a specific incident where a Lahti was sought by the New York police, likely related to a bazooka firing at the UN, as reported in the New York Times. The description also connects a bank robbery, which apparently involved such devices, to the inspiration for the 1974 film "Thunderbolt and Lightfoot."

This video features Dolf Goldsmith, an esteemed firearms expert and author, discussing his experiences with the 37mm Bofors antitank gun. Goldsmith, known for his deep knowledge of firearms, including extensive works on Maxim, Vickers, and Browning guns, shares anecdotes about purchasing and firing these historical anti-tank weapons. The description highlights his engaging personality and willingness to share his vast expertise, making this a valuable watch for firearm enthusiasts interested in historical ordnance and the experiences of a seasoned gun expert.

This video features an interview with Dolf Goldsmith, a highly respected author and 60-year veteran in the machine gun collecting community. Conducted at the SAR West gun show, the discussion delves into the evolution of machine gun collecting, future trends in the hobby, and identifies what might be the best machine gun design of all time. Despite initial audio challenges, the content offers valuable insights from an expert with extensive knowledge of historical firearms and an understanding of current collector interests.