Videos tagged with Astra

This guide details the operation of the unique single set trigger mechanism found on the rare Astra 400 Target Model, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers the process of setting the trigger for a light pull and the manual reset required for each shot. Proper safety precautions are emphasized throughout.

This video provides a comparative analysis of the Colt Junior and Astra Cub pocket pistols. The host, Joel Persinger (The GunGuy), discusses the differences between these two 1950s vintage firearms, both chambered in .25 ACP and .22 Short. The video aims to clarify any distinctions between these classic self-defense handguns.

This video, featuring firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries, delves into the history and functionality of the Mauser C96 Schnellfeuer. Ferguson clarifies that the Mauser C96, particularly its select-fire variants, can be considered a submachine gun due to its capability for automatic fire and use with a shoulder stock. The discussion highlights the evolution from early prototypes to production models, challenging common misconceptions about its development timeline and attributing key innovations to designers like Fidel Fiedler, Josef Nickl, and Westinger, while also noting the influence of companies like Astra.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, hosted by Ian McCollum, delves into the controversial topic of firearm preservation, contrasting museum collections with private ownership. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, critiques modern museum practices and strict deactivation laws that he argues destroy historical artifacts. The discussion highlights the fate of two prototype Astra A-76L pistols from Spain, which were intentionally destroyed rather than preserved.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Alkar Cartridge Counter Pistol, a .25 ACP vest pocket firearm produced by the Spanish company Alkartasuna. Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, details the pistol's unique features, including its mechanical cartridge counter and unusual manual-reset grip safety. The historical context of Alkartasuna's founding and production during WWI is also covered.

This guide details the complex field stripping process for the Campo-Giro M1913 pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It highlights the unique steps required, such as depressing the firing pin to remove a cross-pin and rotating the bolt, emphasizing the difficulty and need for careful handling of spring tension. The video showcases the intricate internal mechanics of Spain's first domestic self-loading pistol.