Videos tagged with Argentine Military

This guide details the field stripping process for the Argentine PAM-2 submachine gun, a derivative of the M3A1 Grease Gun. It covers barrel removal and the extraction of the bolt and dual recoil spring assembly. The video emphasizes the simple blowback mechanism and the importance of safety checks during disassembly.

This review of the Argentine 1927 (Colt Model 1927) highlights its status as a licensed Colt 1911 A1 copy, produced in Argentina with Colt's blueprints and engineers. The firearm is noted for its high-quality forged steel construction, interchangeable parts with the 1911 A1, and a military pedigree. The video details its history, compares it to the Ballester-Molina, and provides a step-by-step guide for disassembly and reassembly, emphasizing its reliability and craftsmanship.

This video explores the legend of the Ballester-Molina pistol being made from salvaged steel from the German pocket battleship Admiral Graf Spee. While the legend is debunked by metallurgical analysis, the video reveals a real connection: British steel was supplied to HAFDASA, the manufacturer, to fulfill contracts, indirectly aiding Argentine military production during WWII.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Ballester Molina pistol, an Argentine .45 ACP semi-automatic firearm. It highlights the pistol's unique design elements, its historical context including a contract with the British SOE during WWII, and its mechanical differences from the M1911. The presenter, Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, offers expert analysis on its production history and legacy as an underrated military sidearm.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Ballester Molina .45 ACP pistol, a firearm with significant historical ties to the Colt 1911. The expert instruction covers disassembly, inspection, and reassembly, emphasizing safety throughout. It highlights the pistol's heritage and its place in military history, particularly its adoption by the Argentine Army and its contract with the British Army during WWII.