Videos tagged with M49

This video demonstrates the disassembly of a WWII-era US Army 60mm M49 High Explosive mortar round and its associated M52 point-detonating fuze assembly. The process includes removing the inert round from its fiber tube, unscrewing the fuze using a specialized wrench, and then carefully taking apart the fuze. It also shows the removal of the M2 fin assembly from the mortar body, followed by the separation of the inert M32 primer assembly and the inert M5 ignition cartridge. Finally, the video opens an original box of 25 Winchester M4 ignition cartridges and inserts one into the fin assembly.

This video from Forgotten Weapons details the North Korean M49 submachine gun, a domestic production of the Soviet PPSh-41. It highlights the M49's origins in 1949 Pyongyang, its subtle differences from the original PPSh-41 (markings and stock profile), and its production shift to a safer location further north due to Allied capture of the factory in late 1950. Production continued until 1955. The video emphasizes its mechanical similarity to the PPSh-41.

This video examines the Yugoslav M49/57 submachine gun, a firearm heavily inspired by the Soviet PPSh-41 but featuring a distinct milled construction and internal mechanisms more akin to the Beretta 38 family. The description highlights similarities in controls like the fire selector and magazine release, while noting differences in safety mechanisms and disassembly. The M49/57 was offered in 7.62mm Tokarev and 9mm Parabellum for export but saw limited documented sales, eventually being succeeded in Yugoslav service by the M56 SMG. The video thanks Marstar for providing the M49/57 for examination.

This video delves into the Yugoslavian M56 submachine gun, a design inspired by the German MP40. Produced in 1956 to succeed the M49 (itself a PPSh-41 copy), the M56 is noted for its simplicity in manufacturing but presents usability challenges. The description highlights its tendency to disassemble during firing if not properly assembled and its chambering for the 7.62x25mm Tokarev cartridge. The video likely provides an in-depth look at this unique firearm's history, design, and potential quirks.