Videos tagged with Garry James

This video features Garry James, a long-standing contributor and former Editor-in-Chief of Guns & Ammo magazine, discussing firearms and related accoutrements. In an interview on "The Buzz" podcast, James shares insights into his influences, including his Hollywood actor parents and his U.S. Army Ordnance officer service in England. Having contributed to Guns & Ammo since 1972 and holding the Editor-in-Chief position from 1997-2001, he continues to write compelling features on pre-World War II arms and ammunition. The video also promotes reader interaction by inviting questions and photos related to firearms via email for his column.

This "American Rifleman Television" episode features a J. Woodward & Sons London .500 3" Express Double Rifle from the late 19th century. The video discusses the historical context of dangerous-game hunting in British colonial Africa and India, highlighting the need for powerful double rifles like this one to take down large game such as tigers and plains game. American Rifleman Field Editor Garry James provides details on the .500 3" cartridge, noting its popularity and performance with a 340-grain bullet and 135 grains of powder, delivering over 2,000 foot-pounds of power from a blackpowder round. The episode also directs viewers to additional American Rifleman TV content and encourages NRA membership.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment dives into the history and significance of Chinese Broomhandle Mauser pistols. It highlights their status as one of the world's first successful semi-automatic handguns, originally developed in Germany. The video emphasizes the substantial demand for these pistols in China during the Warlord period, leading to widespread adoption by the military and warlords, and even domestic production of copies. Featured is American Rifleman Field Editor Garry James discussing the C96 Mauser's features and its impact in China.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment delves into the German Reichsrevolver, also known as the German Commission Revolver. The video highlights the unique appearance and heavy-duty nature of these late 19th-century military sidearms, detailing the two models produced in 1879 and 1883. The description humorously explains the "Commission Revolver" nickname, suggesting the gun's design reflects a committee's input.

This 'I Have This Old Gun' segment from American Rifleman Television delves into the history and unique design of the British Brunswick rifle. It highlights how the Brunswick rifle, positioned between the iconic Baker rifle and the revolutionary Enfield, addressed the loading challenges of earlier military rifles. Unlike traditional rifling, the Brunswick employed two deep grooves in the barrel and a corresponding ring on the bullet for a mechanical fit, a system previously not used to a great extent in military arms. The video aims to tell the story of this distinctive firearm.

This video segment from American Rifleman Television explores the French Tabatière rifle, a fascinating transitional firearm from the mid-19th century. It details how obsolete muzzleloading muskets, including those already converted to percussion, were modified into breechloaders to meet the demand for modern arms before the Chassepot rifle was widely available. The video highlights the historical significance of these conversions for collectors, comparing them to other transitional firearms like the trapdoor Springfield and Snider.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment "I Have This Old Gun" focuses on the historic Model 1886 Lebel rifle. The video highlights its significance as the first military rifle designed for smokeless powder ammunition, a revolution made possible by the French invention of Poudre B. While not necessarily a 'great' rifle, its pioneering use of new propellant technology is emphasized. The segment promises to show the Lebel in action on the range and directs viewers to American Rifleman's website and Outdoor Channel for more content.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment explores the history and functionality of the Maynard carbine, a breechloading firearm design from the era preceding the American Civil War. Developed by Dr. Edward Maynard, a dentist and inventor, the carbine featured a unique tape primer system, eliminating the need for traditional percussion caps. The video highlights its simple and robust design, noting its potential as a military contract contender, though it faced stiff competition. The segment also touches on Dr. Maynard's background and other firearm patents.

This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" focuses on the French FRF2 sniper rifle, a domestically developed precision rifle that evolved from pre-World War II bolt-action designs. Initially based on the MAS-36, the FRF1 was modified for optics and a free-floated barrel. The FRF2, developed in 1986, adopted the 7.62 NATO caliber to meet alliance standards. Despite its dated appearance, it featured a wood stock, pistol grip, and polymer barrel shroud. The FRF2 served as France's standard sniper rifle until 2018, seeing some use in the War on Terror. Many imported rifles are in excellent condition due to limited service use, offering good accuracy at range. The video highlights its unique place in Cold War and post-Cold War military history.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment explores the history and features of the Winchester Model 1907 semi-automatic rifle. Introduced around the turn of the 20th century, it was part of Winchester's pioneering efforts in self-loading firearm technology. The video discusses its development alongside Remington's innovations, its availability in various calibers including .351 Winchester Self-Loader, and its adoption by law enforcement and even some notoriety with '20s and '30s gangsters. It also touches on its French military contract, featuring full-automatic conversions and 20-round magazines, and compares its commercial success to later bolt-action sporting rifles.

This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" explores the Colt Model 1878 double-action revolver. It contrasts Colt's earlier problematic Model 1877 with the more robust 1878, which addressed some design flaws and was chambered in a variety of popular calibers including .32-20 WCF, .38 Long Colt, .41 Long Colt, .38-40 WCF, .44-40 WCF, .45 Colt, .455 Webley, and .476 Eley. The video also discusses the U.S. Army's adoption of a variant as the Model 1902, its use during the Spanish-American War, and distinctive features like the enlarged trigger guard. Ultimately, the design's reliance on older loading mechanisms contributed to its obsolescence compared to swing-out cylinder revolvers.

This "I Have This Old Gun" segment from American Rifleman Television delves into the history and features of the Savage Arms Model 1907 semi-automatic pistol. Originally developed for U.S. Army handgun trials, where it lost to the Colt 1911, the Model 1907 found success in the commercial market as a self-defense and pocket pistol. The video highlights its innovative stagger-stack magazine, striker-fired mechanism, screwless construction, and its adoption by the French military during World War I. Experts discuss its collectibility, shootability, and historical significance.