This Q&A session features Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms and Artillery at the British Royal Armouries, discussing various firearm-related topics with the Forgotten Weapons audience. Questions range from historical firearm development and production challenges (L85A1, L4 Bren, L1A1) to modern arms acquisition, specific weapon systems (water-cooled machine guns, SP4 rounds, NATO PDWs), and the UK's influence on firearm evolution. The discussion also touches on contemporary issues like old guns in conflict zones, and even delves into pop culture references (Metal Gear Solid, John Wick) and the history of artillery. Ferguson also shares his personal journey into firearms and his responsibilities at the Royal Armouries.
This video details the fascinating South African conversion of the British Bren Gun from .303 British to 7.62mm NATO. Facing wartime shortages and embargoes, South Africa opted to convert their existing Bren stocks rather than exclusively relying on new FN MAGs. The process, undertaken between 1972 and 1976, involved significant mechanical modifications including new barrels, extractors, and magazine catch blocks, with varying success due to the condition of the donor guns. Unlike the British L4 conversion, these were often hand-fitted, leading to parts interchangeability issues. The video highlights the unique challenges and ingenuity involved in this wartime arms adaptation, comparing it to the British L4 conversion and mentioning other contemporary conversions like the Vickers and M1919 Browning.
This video focuses on the L4 Bren light machine gun, often referred to as the "Last Bren." The content delves into the history of the weapon, provides a size comparison, and details its controls. It also features a "BIG FAIL" segment, discusses ergonomics, and includes an ASMR review. The description highlights a merchandise drop, a collaboration with GoatGuns, and various discount codes and affiliate links for related gear and services. The video appears to be a comprehensive review and historical look at this specific firearm.
This YouTube Short, titled "The ‘GUN MACHINE’ 💪🏻 L4 BREN in 1 Min #Shorts," showcases the L4 Bren firearm, humorously dubbed the "Gun Machine," a nickname the creator intends to make a meme and potentially feature on merchandise. The video description also includes extensive social media links, Patreon information, and discount codes for various firearm-related accessories and gear, such as bipods, optics, holsters, and body armor. Channel partners for safes, gun walls, and clothing are also listed, suggesting a broad scope of firearm and tactical lifestyle content.
This video from Forgotten Weapons delves into the L4 series Bren gun, specifically its transition to the 7.62mm NATO cartridge. The description highlights the process, noting that approximately 16,000 L4 Brens were produced before being largely supplanted by the FN MAG. It also details the four distinct patterns of the L4: L4A1, L4A2, L4A3, and L4A4, with the latter three featuring magazine supports and the A4 variant including chrome-lined barrels. The video implies a historical and technical examination of this significant update to a classic support weapon.
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