Videos tagged with Japanese Firearms

This video showcases a rare Japanese 3-barrel palanquin swivel-breech pistol, a unique self-defense firearm from the Edo period. Resembling a tanegashima musket in design but built for personal protection, it features three smoothbore barrels, each with its own sights and priming pan. The pistol is estimated to be around .40 caliber and its exact manufacturing date is difficult to pinpoint due to the slow evolution of Japanese firearm design between the 1600s and 1800s. The video also links to resources for more firearms history content.

This video explores the fascinating Japanese 3-Barrel Palanquin Swivel-Breech Pistol, a unique historical firearm. The title and description highlight its connection to Japanese history, particularly its use with palanquins, and categorize it as a matchlock pistol with a swivel-breech mechanism. The video promises to delve into the specifics of this rare and intricate weapon.

This video announces that books are now shipping from Headstamp Publishing. The description highlights a diverse selection of firearms-related literature, covering topics like Japanese tobacco firearms, British bullpups, and Chinese mystery pistols, catering to enthusiasts with varied interests in the firearms world.

This video delves into the history and characteristics of the Tanegashima, the matchlock firearm introduced to Japan by Portuguese traders in 1534. It details how the gun quickly became a staple in Japanese warfare, particularly during the Sengoku period, and remained in service for centuries due to Japan's isolation. The description highlights the Tanegashima's unique stock designed for cheek firing, its various calibers (from 8-9mm up to over 1 inch bore), and specialized variants like short guns for mounted use and large wall guns. It also notes the absence of flintlock and wheel lock systems in significant Japanese military use until the Meiji Restoration, emphasizing the Tanegashima's lasting cultural significance.

This video title teases viewers with the idea of "magical Japanese gun videos" commonly found on YouTube. While the description is absent, the title itself suggests a focus on unique or interesting firearms content, potentially with a Japanese cultural angle or origin. Viewers can expect to see discussions or demonstrations of firearms that are either rare, custom, or presented in an unconventional manner, often associated with the creativity seen in Japanese gun culture videos.

This video features a shooting demonstration of a Japanese Type 26 Revolver. The content focuses on the firearm itself, likely showcasing its operation and handling. The provided hashtags indicate a focus on collectible firearms and revolvers from around the world.

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 features an interview with Teri, the proprietor of NambuWorld.com, conducted at the SAR West show. Teri is a Canadian collector with a deep interest in Japan, and she has amassed a significant collection of Japanese firearms and militaria. Her website is highlighted as a valuable resource, particularly for information on Japanese pistols.

This video provides a book review of William Easterly's "A Comprehensive Study of Japanese Submachine Guns: 1920-1945". The reviewer highlights the scarcity of information on this topic and praises Easterly's work for its inclusion of photos, data, and descriptions of numerous experimental Japanese submachine guns from the interwar period, as well as the officially adopted Type 100 models. Despite its high price and production quality, the reviewer considers it an invaluable resource for those interested in this niche area of firearms history. Purchase information for the 65-page booklet, including contact details for the author, is provided.

This video is a book review of "Collector's Guide to Imperial Japanese Handguns 1893-1945" by James Brown. It highlights the book's value in showcasing a wider variety of Japanese handguns beyond the commonly known Type 94 and Type 14 Nambus. The review emphasizes that the book covers rarer models, manufacturing variations, and changes over time, particularly noting how wartime production deterioration impacts the collectibility of these pistols, similar to Japanese rifles.