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The Soviet Success? The ShKAS Machine Gun with curatorial assistant Joe Ford

The Soviet Success? The ShKAS Machine Gun with curatorial assistant Joe Ford

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Published on February 26, 2025
Duration: 27:44

This video from the Royal Armouries delves into the ShKAS machine gun, a Soviet-era firearm notable for its light weight and high rate of fire, attributed to its unique rotary feed mechanism. The presentation covers its service history, a detailed disassembly and explanation of its 'birdcage' feed system, and the challenges faced during its production. The video also touches upon its ammunition and eventual phasing out, briefly mentioning the ShVAK as a successor. The content is presented by a curatorial assistant, offering a behind-the-scenes look at historical arms.

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