This video delves into the Hotchkiss Portative light machine gun, highlighting its clunky yet durable design. It details its unique "fermeture nut" locking system, external component placement, and its adoption by the US Army as the Model 1909 Benet-Mercié and by the British military in WWI for cavalry and tank use. The description also points to other sources for further information and merchandise related to historical firearms.
This video features a disassembly of a British Hotchkiss Portative machine gun chambered in .303 caliber. The description highlights its widespread use by Allied forces during World War I, noting its reliability and effectiveness despite a complex design. The specific firearm shown is available for sale through Spotted Dog Firearms in Cave Creek, Arizona, with contact information provided for interested buyers.
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