This video showcases an incredibly detailed miniature replica of an MG08 Maxim machine gun, reportedly crafted by a watchmaker. The model is a faithful recreation of the original firearm, complete with a rifled barrel, highlighting exceptional mechanical artistry and precision. The video was filmed at the Kessler auction house in Switzerland and hints at the possibility of the maker being a watchmaker serving in the military, although specific attribution is unavailable.
This video from Forgotten Weapons showcases the 2.7mm Kolibri, recognized as the smallest centerfire pistol ever manufactured. Produced between 1910 and 1914, approximately a thousand units were made. The video highlights its intricate mechanical design and provides details on its diminutive caliber, firing a 3-grain projectile at around 650 fps, resulting in a mere 3 ft-lb of muzzle energy. Despite its impracticality, the Kolibri is celebrated as a piece of mechanical art, with the presented example including seven rounds of ammunition.
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