In this TFBTV episode, James Reeves explores the rare Lignose "Einhand" pistol in Austria, focusing on concealed carry options. He highlights the pistol's unique one-handed operation, designed by Louis Schmeisser, where the trigger guard is pulled back to rack the slide. The video details the two main variants, the 2A with a six-round magazine and the 3A with a longer grip and a nine-round magazine. Produced between 1912 and 1928, the pistol is chambered in .25 ACP. James provides his assessment of the 3A model.
This video explores the Dreyse Model 1910, a 9x19mm blowback pistol designed by Louis Schmeisser. Intended for German military or police, it aimed to expand upon the success of smaller Dreyse pistols. The design incorporated a robust recoil spring requiring a special mechanism for manual cycling. Despite initial interest and orders, production challenges by Rheinische Metallwaaren- und Maschinenfabrik (Rheinmetall) limited output to approximately 500 units. The video examines both standard production models and prototypes.
This video delves into the history and mechanics of the Bergmann Mars 1903 Pistol. It highlights the innovative locking system designed by Louis Schmeisser, which was more cost-effective and reliable than previous designs. The description emphasizes the pistol's association with the powerful 9mm Bergmann (9mm Largo) cartridge and its significance as the most potent production pistol cartridge in continental Europe at the time. The video also touches upon Bergmann's struggle to scale production to meet initial Spanish military orders and the subsequent subcontracting challenges.
This video analyzes the Bergmann No. 1 pistol from 1894, a significant early example of simple blowback firearm design. The description highlights its unique features such as the Mannlicher-style clip loading, recoil spring placement under the barrel, and a distinctive birds-head grip. It also points out the bolt guide rail on the left side and notes that very few No. 1 models were produced before modifications led to the 1896 patterns (No. 2, No. 3, and No. 4). The content is presented by Forgotten Weapons, suggesting an in-depth historical and technical examination.
This video provides an introduction to the Bergmann line of pistols, detailing their history and development. It explains that Theodore Bergmann was an industrialist who funded inventors like Otto Brauwetter and Louis Schmeisser. The video covers the evolution of the Bergmann pistols from the 1892 patent to the 1903 Mars and its subsequent adoptions by Spain and Denmark, leading to variants like the 1910/21. It highlights the development of different models (No. 2, 3, 4, 5) and design changes, noting the eventual obsolescence of the magazine-forward configuration. The presenter promises a detailed look at each model in upcoming videos.
This video delves into the history and design of the Bergmann 1896 pistol, also known as the No.3. It highlights Bergmann's status as a relatively unknown but successful manufacturer of early automatic pistols. The video discusses how a delayed blowback patent was refined by Louis Schmeisser into the 1896 model, which was offered in multiple calibers (5mm No.2, 6.5mm No.3, and 8mm No.4). It also touches upon the evolution of the design into a locked-breech variant chambered for the 9x23mm cartridge, noting its continued use into World War II. The description links to the creator's Patreon for further content.
This video offers a slow-motion examination of the 1907 Dreyse Pistol, a historical automatic firearm designed by Louis Schmeisser. The description highlights its service with the German military in World War I and subsequent use by police until the early 1930s, with nearly a quarter million units produced. It details the pistol's simple blowback action, chambering in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning), and notes its ergonomic shortcomings, including an awkward grip angle, short trigger reach, and top-heavy balance.
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