Videos tagged with Pistol Prototype

This video examines a rare prototype of the Fox .32 ACP pistol, a scaled-up version of CZ's first pistol design. Originally a .25 ACP pocket gun with a unique sheet metal frame, the Fox prototype was developed in an attempt to gain interest from police departments. The video highlights its folding trigger, lack of a trigger guard, and innovative frame construction. Despite being tested in 1921, the prototype failed to secure production, and the project was ultimately abandoned. The content also provides historical context about Alois Tomiška and the South Bohemia Armory, which evolved into CZ of Strakonice.

This video showcases a rare and unique prototype of the vz.38 pistol, chambered in .32 ACP. The content focuses on the historical significance and experimental nature of this specific firearm, likely presented by a channel specializing in historical or obscure firearms. The description highlights its prototype status and its Czech origin, suggesting an in-depth look at its design and potential development path.

This YouTube video is part two of a deep dive into the FMG9 prototype, originally featured on cable TV approximately 15 years prior. The content focuses on a specific firearm model and its historical presentation, likely appealing to enthusiasts interested in firearm development and history. The title suggests a detailed look at this unique weapon.

This video delves into the 'Tarn,' a highly unusual and ultimately rejected British World War II experimental pistol. Developed by Z. de Lubicz Bakanowski and manufactured by the Swift Rifle Company, this 9x19mm simple blowback pistol was characterized by its heavy slide and recoil spring. Ten prototypes were produced and formally tested by the British in April 1945. However, the Tarn was deemed too violent in its action, difficult to charge, and inaccurate, leading to its rejection and the British opting to pursue the FN High Power instead. The Tarn never saw further production or development.

This video delves into a fascinating piece of firearm history: High Standard's prototype .45 ACP pistol from World War One. The pistol is presented as an evolution of the Grant Hammond pistol, which was tested by the US military but ultimately rejected. After its rejection, Grant Hammond apparently collaborated with Gus Swebelius of High Standard to refine the design. The video highlights the changes made to the locking system for this prototype, noting that development and production ceased thereafter. It offers a glimpse into a unique, albeit undocumented, firearm project from a significant historical period.

This video delves into a rare prototype 9mm Clement Military Pistol from 1914. While Clement is primarily known for his smaller civilian pocket pistols, this military variant retains similar mechanical features but is scaled up for the 9x20mm Browning cartridge. It's a shrouded-hammer, simple blowback design with a single-stack magazine and a notably long barrel, likely intended to accommodate a shoulder stock. The description highlights that only two examples are known to exist today, with an estimated original production run of about 15. Although trialed by the Belgian military, it was not adopted, possibly due to the onset of World War I. The video references a detailed collaborative article for further information.

This video delves into an experimental, lightweight variant of the Browning High Power pistol, developed post-WW2 as part of NATO standardization efforts. The experiments focused on reducing weight through a milled slide and later, aluminum alloy frames (both machined and cast). The video details the testing process, highlighting issues with the alloy frames, particularly under extended firing, leading to the program's cancellation. The example featured is one of the milled frame guns sent to the US for evaluation.

This video showcases a pair of Bergmann Transitional No. 1/2 prototype pistols. These fascinating firearms represent a developmental stage between the earlier No. 1 / 1894 design and the subsequent 1896 No. 2/3/4 commercial production models. Both prototypes are presented 'in the white,' highlighting a blend of design features from both preceding and succeeding models, offering a unique glimpse into the evolution and iterative design process of these early Bergmann pistols.

This video examines the Bjorgum 1905 Norwegian Prototype Pistol, a unique design by Niels Bjorgum. The pistol is chambered in 7.63mm Mauser, features a 16-round clip-fed magazine in the grip, interrupted thread locking, and a rotating barrel short recoil action. The presenter notes its surprisingly light weight and discusses its problematic performance during informal testing, highlighting four malfunctions in 16 rounds. The video touches on Bjorgum's career as a gun designer for the Norwegian military, his later work on a self-loading rifle, and his eventual return to painting. It's a detailed look at a lesser-known historical firearm prototype.

This video delves into the Mauser HSv, an experimental locked-breech pistol developed as a potential replacement for the Luger P.08 in the late 1930s. It was one of three main contenders alongside BSW and Walther (whose design became the P.38). The description details Mauser's design evolution, including adapting to military requirements for an exposed barrel and adopting a Webley-like lever system for the recoil spring. While considered a capable pistol, its higher production cost led to the Walther P.38 being selected. The video highlights the fate of Mauser's larger locked-breech design compared to their successful smaller blowback models like the HSc.

This video explores the prototype 1895 Krnka Semiauto Pistol, specifically serial number 7. It highlights this firearm as the precursor to the 1907 Roth-Steyr cavalry pistol. The description includes a link to Forgotten Weapons for further information and credits Dylan Benson for the theme music.