This video provides an in-depth look at the Heckler & Koch MG4, Germany's 5.56mm squad machine gun. It details the MG4's adoption by various armies and its technical specifications, including its open bolt firing system, rotating bolt lock, and long stroke gas piston operation. The video highlights the quick-change barrel mechanism and the weapon's ease of control due to its weight. It also mentions its 7.62mm sister weapon, the MG5, and features range footage. The description encourages viewers to subscribe to the History of Weapons & War streaming app and other platforms for more content.
This video explores the fascinating Stamm-Zeller 1902, a Swiss straight-pull rifle design that was ingeniously converted into a semi-automatic system. Developed by Hans Stamm for Zeller et Cie, this rifle featured a long-stroke gas piston and a rotating bolt. Despite its elegant design and potential for adaptation to existing straight-pull actions like the Swiss G96, the Swiss military ultimately rejected it, leading Zeller to discontinue its weapons division. The video highlights the rifle's unique historical context and its potential as a precursor to later self-loading designs, with thanks to the Swiss Shooting Museum for access.
This video delves into Aimpoint's sole foray into firearm manufacturing with the PC-80, a PDW prototype developed around 1979. The design featured a short-stroke annular gas piston, rotating bolt, and a symmetrical action operating around the bore's center. Chambered in .221 Remington Fireball and utilizing a pistol grip magazine, the PC-80 was an ambitious project. The company sought a manufacturing partner and market in the US, encountering figures like Bill Ruger and Jeff Cooper, but ultimately discontinued the firearms division due to lack of viable production. The single prototype remains with Aimpoint.
This video explores the rare "Samostril Netsch," a bizarre prototype Czech automatic rifle from the early 1920s. The "samostřil" category was intended to bridge the gap between a rifle and a machine gun, fired from the shoulder or hip. Josef Netsch developed a complex rotating bolt system powered by a gas trap. Despite demonstrating his design, his prototype failed during testing after only 23 rounds, leading to the cancellation of the "samostřil" program in favor of light machine guns. The video highlights the historical context and the technical intricacies of this unique firearm, thanking the Czech Military History Institute for access.
This video from Shot Show 2024 showcases Henry's new lever-action rifles, specifically the Lever Action Supreme and Long Ranger Express. Key innovations highlighted include detachable magazines and a rotating bolt action, marking a departure from traditional lever-gun designs. The video also directs viewers to BCM and a Discord server for further community engagement.
This video provides a comprehensive history of the MSBS Grot, Poland's current military service rifle. It traces the development from initial mockups through pre-production prototypes to the current second-generation standardized model. The Grot is described as a short-stroke gas-operated, rotating bolt, 5.56mm rifle derived from the AR-18 system. The video also touches on its previous modularity (interchangeable standard and bullpup layouts, which was later dropped) and its connection to Poland's Project Tytan. The creator expresses gratitude to Fabryka Broni for granting full access to the rifle's development history.
This video explores a unique Tavor-based prototype rifle developed by IM Metal/HS Produkt, stemming from Croatia's brief consideration of adopting the Israeli Tavor. When the adoption didn't materialize, HS Produkt integrated Tavor features into their own prototype development. This specific example showcases a rotating multi-lug bolt, iron sights, and an integrated 40mm grenade launcher, alongside a rather impractical bipod design. The video highlights the comparative testing phase and expresses gratitude to HS Produkt for access to these historical prototypes.
This video delves into the fascinating history and development of the Hungarian GM6 Lynx, a .50-caliber bullpup anti-materiel rifle. It traces the evolution from early single-shot designs in the late 1980s to the modern M6 variant. The description highlights its long-recoil operation, rotating bolt, and adaptability to both 12.7mm Browning and 12.7mm Russian cartridges with bolt and barrel changes. The rifle's bullpup configuration and right-handed-only operation are noted, along with its current use by the Hungarian military and other security and commercial entities.
This video dives into the history and design of the SIG-Manurhin 542, often considered the last Swiss battle rifle. It highlights the rifle's AK-like operating system, its simple and economical sheet steel construction, and its development in response to the failure of the SIG 530. The description details how Swiss law led to SIG licensing the design to Manurhin in France, who produced both military and civilian versions. Civilian models, particularly in .222 Remington and .243 Winchester, were made due to French restrictions on military calibers. The video also notes the rarity of US imports and the presence of an original Hensoldt scope on the featured example from Larry Vickers' collection.
This instructional YouTube video provides a detailed guide on disassembling the front end of the SIG MPX firearm, specifically focusing on removing the barrel and taking apart the gas piston system. The video creator mentions that they have more MPX content planned, including shooting, field stripping, overviews, and an upcoming upgrades video. They also promote their Patreon for exclusive content and their Instagram and Facebook pages for daily updates and giveaways. The video includes specific technical details about the SIG MPX, such as its 9mm caliber, gas-operated piston system, modes of fire, magazine capacity, sights, barrel lengths, and muzzle device.
This video provides an in-depth look at China's Type 64 suppressed pistol, a unique firearm introduced in 1965 and utilized during the Vietnam War. The analysis highlights its distinctive features, including a rimless .32 ACP cartridge, a dual-mode (blowback semi-auto and manual single shot) firing mechanism employing a miniaturized AK bolt, and a two-chamber suppressor with baffles and wire mesh. It also mentions the development of a special frangible round for specific tactical situations. The video contrasts the Type 64's substantial weight with its successor, the Type 67, and notes the historical significance of the featured pistol once belonging to Mitch Werbell III.
This video is the second part of a three-part series focusing on the PWS Mk107 Mod 2 "Diablo" rifle. It features POV shooting footage, demonstrating the firearm's operation, controls, and ergonomics in action. The video highlights key features such as its 7.75-inch barrel, long-stroke piston operating system, .223 Wylde chamber, and various ambi controls. The presenter also mentions upcoming content including a detailed field strip. The video emphasizes the rifle's unique design and performance, aimed at firearms enthusiasts.
