This video examines the Stopper 37mm, a single-shot riot control gun designed by Andries Piek in South Africa in 1980. Facing an embargo that prevented maintenance of older US-made riot guns, the South African police needed a domestic alternative. Piek rapidly developed the Stopper, a simple break-action, hammer-fired weapon, with production commencing in 1982 by Mitco Special Products (Milkor). Two versions were produced, differing in the presence of a front grip. The video also notes Piek's inspiration from a movie prop, which later led to the design of the Milkor MGL, adopted by the US Marine Corps. The Stopper was manufactured until 1999.
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