This video features Jonathan Ferguson discussing British military firearms, specifically contrasting the AR-15 platform with historical flintlock revolvers. Ferguson, an author and firearms historian, delves into the evolution of firearms, referencing his books "Thorneycroft to SA80" and "Clockwork Basilisk: The Early Revolvers of Elisha Collier." The description also links to his articles on flintlock revolvers and provides resources for other firearms history channels and reference books, indicating a deep dive into historical firearms development and design.
This video announces the release of Headstamp Publishing's second book, "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 - 2020." Authored by Jonathan Ferguson of the British National Firearms Centre, the book details the development of British military bullpup rifles, covering early Godsal and Thorneycroft designs, post-WWII EM-1 and EM-2, and the extensive SA80 program from its initial prototypes to the current L85A3. It includes lesser-known designs like the 1944 SLEM sniper prototype and is enhanced with archival research, full-color photography, schematics, and period documents. The book is presented as a valuable reference for those interested in British military arms and bullpup firearm development.
This video from the Royal Armouries traces the evolution of British military firearms, specifically focusing on the transition from the Thorneycroft rifle to the SA80. The description highlights the museum's extensive collection of arms and armor, inviting viewers to explore behind-the-scenes content, combat demonstrations, and expert insights. It also encourages audience engagement through comments and provides links to their website and social media channels.
This livestream finale celebrates the end of the Kickstarter campaign for "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020." The video features the author, Jonathan Ferguson, discussing the book and encouraging viewers to still preorder. The goal is to reach the #10 all-time Kickstarter Publishing project. The discussion centers around British bullpup firearms from the early 20th century to the SA80.
This video features Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries, discussing the details of an E.M.2 rifle at the Cody Firearms Museum. The E.M.2 is presented as an example of a British bullpup firearm. Ferguson elaborates on the various modifications made to the rifle during its trial periods. The description also promotes Ferguson's upcoming book, "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 - 2020," available via Kickstarter.
This video promotes the presale of the book "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020" through PayPal and Kickstarter. It also introduces a new author poster featuring Jonathan Ferguson with a Thorneycroft carbine, part of a planned series by Headstamp Publishing. Links to the BackerKit preorder, merchandise, and Kickstarter campaign are provided.
This video explores the fascinating, lesser-known history of Maharaja of Jodhpur's involvement in bullpup rifle design. It highlights his contributions to firearm innovation, particularly in the context of British bullpup firearms from 1901 to 2020. The content is tied to a Kickstarter campaign for Jonathan Ferguson's book, encouraging viewers to support the project to further enhance its quality.
This video delves into the origin of the term "bullpup" with Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries. Ferguson, speaking from the Cody Firearms Museum, explores the definition and etymology of the "bullpup" classification, noting its complexities. The video promotes a Kickstarter campaign for Ferguson's book, "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 - 2020". It also features links to Patreon, Floatplane, and merchandise.
This video features Jonathan Ferguson discussing tea and milk, framed as a playful analogy related to his upcoming book on British bullpup rifles. The description directly links to his Kickstarter campaign for the book, "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020." It's presented as a follow-up to a previous video related to the Kickstarter launch, indicating a thematic continuation rather than a direct firearms demonstration.
This video delves into the operational trials of the E.M.2 rifle in the Malaya combat zone, a fascinating discovery made during research for the "Thorneycroft to SA80" book. It highlights the inclusion of a detailed section on these trials and their outcomes in the upcoming book, promoted through a Kickstarter campaign. The content focuses on historical firearm development and real-world military application.
This video delves into the biographies of the designers behind British bullpup firearms, focusing on the lineage from the Thorneycroft to the SA80. It highlights interesting individuals involved in the development of these unique rifle designs. The video promotes a Kickstarter campaign for a book detailing this history, aiming to enhance the project with additional unlocked sections.
This video features Jonathan reacting to the first day of a Kickstarter campaign for his book. The book's title, 'Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020', indicates a strong focus on historical and technical aspects of British firearms, particularly bullpup designs. The description includes a direct link to the Kickstarter project, encouraging viewers to support the book's publication. While the video itself doesn't showcase firearms, the content revolves entirely around a firearm-related book project.
