This video delves into Japan's Modified Nambu Automatic Pistol Type A, colloquially known as the "Papa" Nambu. It details its introduction in 1906 as an improvement on the original "Grandpa" Nambu, its production until 1923 at the Tokyo Artillery Arsenal and later by Tokyo Gas & Electric. The video highlights key differences from the "Grandpa" Nambu, including a larger trigger guard, swiveling lanyard loop, no stock slot, and a redesigned magazine. Although marked "Army Type," it was primarily adopted by the Navy but also purchased by Army officers. Production ceased due to the 1934 Tokyo earthquake and the subsequent adoption of the Type 14 by the Army and Navy.
This video explores the "Grandpa" Nambu, an early Japanese military automatic pistol developed by Kijiro Nambu. It highlights the pistol's design influences from the C96 Mauser, its limited production run (1902-1906), and its role as a private-purchase officer's sidearm. The description also details the improvements made in 1906, leading to the "Papa" Nambu, and links to other related Nambu and Japanese firearm videos.
This video is a book review of 'Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945' by Harry L. Derby III and James D. Brown. The book is presented as an essential reference for collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese Nambu pistols and other lesser-known Japanese handguns from the specified period. It covers popular models like the Type 14 and Type 94 Nambus, as well as experimental and less common firearms such as the "Grandpa", "Papa", and "Baby" Nambus, Hamada, Hino-Komuro, Inagaki Shiki, North China Type 19, Sugiura Shiki, and various flare pistols. The review highlights the book's comprehensive nature as a one-stop resource for information on these firearms, especially as their prices are increasing.
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