Videos tagged with 1920s Firearms

This video details the Fitz Special, a custom modification of a 1920 Colt Police Positive revolver. The key modifications include cutting out the front of the trigger guard for easier access and bobbing the hammer for double-action-only operation. The presenter highlights these changes enhance usability for close-range and one-handed shooting, while also offering a safety benefit against finger injury if the gun is grabbed.

This video delves into the British Army's search for a replacement for the bolt-action Lee Enfield rifle in the 1920s. It highlights the examination of various self-loading rifle systems, drawing a parallel to the US Army's interest in the M1 Garand. Specifically, the discussion touches upon the 'Bang' rifle and the Vickers Pedersen as potential candidates that were evaluated during this period. The Royal Armouries, as the presenter, offers insights from their expertise.

This entry details the Smith & Wesson Straight Line Target pistol, a unique single-shot .22 LR firearm from the 1920s. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons highlights its radical design, including a pivoting barrel for loading and a striker-fired mechanism, contrasting it with contemporary models from Colt. Despite its innovative features, the pistol experienced limited commercial success due to perceived trigger inferiority and a heavier weight compared to predecessors.

This guide details the simple disassembly of the Menz Liliput pocket pistol, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum. The video covers the pistol's historical context, design evolution from earlier Menz pistols, and its place in the pocket pistol market of the 1920s. McCollum highlights the differences between the 4.25mm and 6.35mm variants, their production numbers, and basic mechanical operation, emphasizing the Liliput's simple blowback, striker-fired action.

This entry details the rare Model 1927 Thompson Semi-Automatic Carbine, presented by Ian McCollum. It covers its historical context, manufacturing modifications from the Model 1921, unique NFA classification as a registered machine gun operating in semi-automatic mode, and its rarity. The information is derived from expert analysis and visual evidence, highlighting key markings and internal mechanisms.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Vickers-Berthier Model 1919 Trials Rifle, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the disassembly of the gas-operated, tilting bolt system, emphasizing the unique control levers that function as disassembly pins. Proper safety precautions are paramount when handling this historical prototype.

This guide details the shooting technique for the Czech ZH-29 rifle, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the unique manual of arms, including the two-stage trigger operation for chambering a round, managing the 8mm Mauser recoil, and addressing potential cycling issues. The guide also highlights the rifle's offset sights due to its side-tilting bolt mechanism.

This entry details the Bergmann 1920s Experimental Military Trial Model, an updated iteration of the 1910 design by the Pieper (PPA) factory. It highlights key mechanical improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and its historical context as a late attempt to market the Bergmann system, despite its eventual obsolescence. The analysis is informed by the high authority and detailed knowledge of the speaker.

This entry details the Ithaca Auto & Burglar, a unique pre-NFA shotgun pistol. It covers its historical context, the differences between the Model A and Model B variants, its intended defensive roles, and the significant impact of the 1934 National Firearms Act on its legality and availability. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed historical knowledge.

This video provides an expert-level look at the rare Pedersen Rifle Model PB, a significant competitor to the M1 Garand. Featuring insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, the review details the rifle's unique delayed blowback toggle action, accuracy testing with .276 Pedersen ammunition, and a comparison of its handling characteristics and sights to the M1 Garand. The analysis highlights the rifle's viability as a service weapon while acknowledging potential field reliability concerns.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Czech ZH29, a developmental semi-automatic service rifle from the late 1920s. Ian McCollum highlights its unique side-locking bolt mechanism, dual ejectors, and aluminum cooling handguard. The rifle was notably marketed internationally and competed in US Army trials against the M1 Garand.