This video features retired Master Sergeant John Keene, an NFA expert for Morphy's and a machine gun collector, discussing various aspects of machine gun lore, collecting, and history. The Q&A covers selling transferable SMGs, post-WWII German small arms engineers, the viability of the T24 (American MG42), market pricing of machine guns, potential popularity of new models if the NFA registry reopened, the effectiveness of open bolt systems on crew-served weapons, recommendations for a first machine gun, the legality and modification of Colt Balloon Guns, historical ownership requirements for Thompsons, the design merits of the MG42, the M1919A6's effectiveness as a squad automatic, significant machine gun improvements, the practicality of variable rates of fire, current machine gun collecting trends, the impact of Knob Creek's closure, and problematic feed systems. The discussion is based on patron questions.
This video delves into the history of the MG-42 machine gun, specifically focusing on its testing and eventual non-adoption by the US military in the .30-06 caliber, designated as the T24. It also explores the reasons behind the delayed development and adoption of the FN MAG general-purpose machine gun. The content is based on historical trials, reports, and relevant literature, offering a deep dive into these iconic firearms.
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