This video announces the upcoming book "Forged in Snow: Finnish Small Arms 1917-2025," available via Kickstarter. The book is a comprehensive English-language reference guide for collectors and historians, detailing Finnish-manufactured and modified small arms from pistols to antitank rifles. It covers various models including Ahlberg, Luger, Lahti pistols, different Mosin Nagant variants, Kalashnikov variants (rk/58 to rk/95), submachine guns (Lindelof, Suomi, M44, Jatimatic), light machine guns (LS26, KvKK/62), and bayonets. Each entry provides development history, intended use, variants, production numbers, markings, mechanical operation, and combat history. The book explores Finland's unique military development path, influenced by its history and geopolitical positioning. Author Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons is highlighted.
This YouTube video offers a comparison between the Luger and a 'Baby Luger'. While the description is brief, it indicates a focus on showcasing and contrasting these two firearm models, likely highlighting their historical context, design differences, and possibly performance characteristics. The content is aimed at firearm enthusiasts interested in classic or unique pistol designs.
This video delves into the Bommarito, an experimental and forgotten battle rifle that utilized a unique toggle-lock mechanism. Drawing parallels to Luger pistols, the discussion highlights its innovative design and historical context within American firearms development, contrasting it with more conventional rifle platforms. The content focuses on prototypes and the engineering behind this unusual firearm.
This YouTube video, "Tom's Gun Show, Part 3," offers a brief showcase of rare pistols recently acquired or retrieved from storage. The content highlights Krieghoff Lugers and an intriguing unidentified holster, with the creator seeking audience assistance in its identification. The video also promotes the creator's Patreon page and their "Flak & Fubar" podcast.
This YouTube video titled "Luger Vs 1911" promises a comparison between two iconic firearms. While the description is minimal, the title clearly indicates a comparative analysis of the Luger pistol and the 1911 pistol. Expect a discussion that will likely cover their historical significance, design differences, performance, and potentially their suitability for different purposes.
This video showcases a selection of firearms that have recently arrived, focusing on Lugers and Walthers. It highlights several Luger pistols, two boxed Walther pistols, and a GI-assembled Walther. The description also teases a "surprise at the end" involving matched magazines. Links to a Patreon page and a podcast titled "Flak & Fubar" are provided, along with an Instagram link for Legacy Collectibles.
This video focuses on the German Luger, a historically significant semi-automatic pistol, chambered in 9mm. While the description is minimal, the title clearly indicates the subject matter. The content likely explores the design, history, or functionality of this iconic firearm. Given the topic, the video is expected to appeal to firearm enthusiasts interested in classic handguns and their calibers.
This video examines the Chinese contract Inglis MKI* Hi Power pistol, specifically addressing its status as a non-NFA item due to its original stock. The description draws a parallel to certain Luger firearms, like Artillery Lugers, which also fall into exempt categories, though it notes that not all Lugers are exempt. The focus is on the legal classification of this particular firearm configuration.
This YouTube video provides a review and shooting demonstration of the German 9mm Luger P08 pistol. The creator details various gear used in the video, including holsters, steel targets, cameras, audio equipment, safety gear, reloading tools, and ammunition targets, with affiliate links provided for each. The content focuses on the P08 pistol and its performance, likely catering to firearm enthusiasts interested in historical firearms and shooting experiences.
This video showcases a Luger pistol with a distinct Navy marking and anchor stamps on both the frame and magazine. The presenter highlights that the firearm has matching serial numbers, including the magazine. The core of the video is a mystery surrounding the origin and issuer of this particular Luger, as it doesn't appear to be German. Viewers are encouraged to comment with their knowledge. The description also includes links to the creator's Patreon, podcast "Flak & Fubar," and Instagram.
This video delves into the history and specifics of the "PX" Luger, a rare firearm believed to have been assembled from leftover Krieghoff factory parts in 1945. It's estimated that only around 245 of these pistols were produced and subsequently sold to US servicemen. The creator encourages viewers who own a PX Luger to share their serial numbers to contribute to a growing database.
This video delves into the history of the Luger pistol within the Dutch Navy, tracing its acquisition from 1918 through its formal adoption as the Automatische Pistool Nr.1. It highlights the initial procurement of German P04 Lugers captured from a submarine and subsequent purchases from DWM. The video also discusses the Dutch Army's adoption of the 1906 New Model Luger and the Navy's decision to acquire a variant without grip safeties, based on the German P08 model, with deliveries continuing until the German invasion in 1940. Linked content explores Dutch Army Luger trials and Dutch East Indies Lugers.
