From the Vault: M1918 BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle)
This "From the Vault" video from Brownells showcases a pristine, early production M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) from 1918, found at Rock Island Auction Co. Gunsmiths Keith Ford and Caleb Savant delve into the BAR's history, highlighting its intended 'walking fire' tactic, its role as a precursor to modern Squad Automatic Weapons, and its unique features like a shorter buttstock and lack of a bipod on early models. The video also details the specialized belt rig for hip firing, the safety-selector design, and historical anecdotes, including its limited WWI deployment and later use by Clyde Barrow. The rarity of an early M1918 BAR, potentially handled by John Moses Browning himself, makes this a significant historical piece.










