Inglis High Power: How a Chinese Whim Became A British Service Pistol
This video delves into the fascinating history of the Inglis High Power pistol, a firearm that originated from a unique wartime request by the Chinese government to the Canadian firm John Inglis. The description details the complex process of acquiring manufacturing licenses and technical support, the logistical challenges of delivering the pistols to China during WWII, and the eventual cancellation of contracts due to shifting war priorities and geopolitical pressures. It highlights the pistol's subsequent production after the war and its unique exemption in the US regarding shoulder stock registration.














