Videos tagged with EM-2

This video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson discussing the EM-2, an experimental bullpup rifle from the 1950s that underwent in-country testing. The discussion highlights a specific and researched weapon, suggesting a deep dive into its history and potential operational use. The video is presented by the Royal Armouries and encourages viewer engagement and support for their museum.

This video announces the release of Headstamp Publishing's second book, "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 - 2020." Authored by Jonathan Ferguson of the British National Firearms Centre, the book details the development of British military bullpup rifles, covering early Godsal and Thorneycroft designs, post-WWII EM-1 and EM-2, and the extensive SA80 program from its initial prototypes to the current L85A3. It includes lesser-known designs like the 1944 SLEM sniper prototype and is enhanced with archival research, full-color photography, schematics, and period documents. The book is presented as a valuable reference for those interested in British military arms and bullpup firearm development.

This video examines the scarce prototype .280 FAL rifle from the 1950s NATO trials. The description details the historical context of the trials, including other contenders like the EM-2 and T-25, and the FAL's development by Dieudonne Saive for the British request. The presenter thanks the Royal Armouries for access to this rare example, highlighting their significant military small arms collection.

This "Just Shooting Compilation: 2017" video from Forgotten Weapons showcases a diverse array of firearms, presented in chronological order. The compilation features a wide spectrum of historical and modern firearms, ranging from early prototypes and military service weapons to more obscure models. Notable firearms include the EM-2, vz61 Skrpion, KP/44, Suomi KP/31, ZB-26, RK-95/S, American 180, Finnish Maxim, KVKK-62, DP-28, SIG MP48, Dreyse light rifle, PSM, RSC-1918, RSC-1917, Norinco M-305A, Yugo M84 (PKM), Trejo Model 1, Vickers-Berthier, Medusa M47, Solothurn S18-1000, Madsen LMG, Colt Monitor, ZK-420S, XL-60, M2 Carbine, Vickers HMG, L85A2, Wheellock musket, Webley 1913, Walther WA-2000, Semiauto DPM, SIG PE-57, Webley-Fosbery, Howell Automatic Rifle, and MAC PA-50. The video focuses purely on the shooting and operation of these firearms, offering a visual review of their performance throughout the year.

This video features a range test of the EM-2 rifle, chambered in .280 British. The presenter, from Armament Research Services (ARES), discusses the rifle's handling characteristics, comparing its performance in semiautomatic and full-automatic fire. He notes the .280 British cartridge offers a more balanced recoil impulse than 7.62mm NATO, making the EM-2 more effective in semiautomatic mode. The video also touches upon the rifle's history as part of the Shrivenham working reference collection and mentions encountering minor feed malfunctions due to the age of the prototype. Companion blog posts with detailed photos are linked.

This video from Armament Research Services (ARES) delves into the fascinating British EM-2 bullpup rifle, a select-fire rifle designed to replace both infantry rifles and submachine guns. It highlights the EM-2's innovative features for its time, including its intended use with optical sights and its .280 caliber cartridge optimized for common combat ranges. The analysis explains the rifle's mechanical basis, drawing parallels to the German G43, and discusses its advanced handling features like automatic bolt closure. Despite its technical merits, the video emphasizes that political decisions favoring American ordnance compatibility ultimately led to the EM-2's failure to be adopted, making it a prime example of a weapon lost to politics rather than technical shortcomings. Only 55 examples were manufactured, including a paratrooper model and 7.62mm NATO variants.

This video from Armament Research Services (ARES) delves into the British Thorpe EM-1, a post-WWII bullpup rifle development. It highlights the EM-1's ambitious goal of replacing both infantry rifles and submachine guns, its roller-locked operating system (akin to the German Gerat 06 but with key differences), long recoil gas piston, and the .280 British cartridge. The analysis notes its innovative automatic bolt-chambering mechanism upon magazine insertion but also points out its overly complex design, which led to its discontinuation in favor of the simpler EM-2 for NATO trials.

This video announces the launch of a Patreon account for Forgotten Weapons, providing a platform for viewers to support the channel's continued operation and growth. The description highlights various firearms featured in previous and upcoming videos, including the Pancor Jackhammer, Pedersen PB, Chauchat, Cosmi, Frommer 1910, T124E2 Cannon, Solothurn S18-1000, EM-2, Sharps slant-breech, and Winchester Hotchkiss 1883. It serves as a call to action for the community to contribute financially to the channel.

This video explores a rare prototype optical sight mounted on an M1 Garand rifle, likely from the post-WWII era. The description draws parallels to other countries' early attempts at general-use rifle optics, such as the German ZF-41 and the British EM-2. The presenter notes the scarcity of information on this specific US-developed optic and invites viewer input for identification. The rifle itself is noted as being for sale at Rock Island Auction. The content focuses on historical firearm experimentation and unique accessories.