This video provides a detailed comparison between the Belgian Vigneron M1 and M2 submachine guns, focusing on their historical context during the early Cold War. It highlights the specific modifications that differentiate the M2 from the M1, including changes to the front sight hood, ejection port cover spring catch, and rear sight. The video also notes the scarcity of original M1 models due to conversions. Access to a filmable example was provided by the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History in Brussels.
This video features a range test of the Vigneron M2, presented as a Belgian Sten replacement. The content aims to provide an evaluation and potentially a review of this firearm, with links to creator support platforms and merchandise. The title directly highlights a specific firearm model and its potential historical context or lineage.
This video delves into the Vigneron M2, Belgium's post-World War II submachine gun designed by Colonel Georges Vigneron. Adopted in 1954 by the Belgian military, it served as a replacement for the Sten gun. The M2 is a simple, blowback-operated SMG noted for its affordability and effectiveness. Key features include a 3-position safety/selector switch and a grip safety. While the M2 was a minor update to the M1, primarily concerning the sights, over 100,000 were produced and remained in service until the 1990s. The video highlights its reliability and positive reception despite its economical design.
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