This Q&A delves into British small arms of WWII, explaining design choices like the Sten's single-feed magazine and the rationale behind not adopting the Owen Gun. It contrasts the Bren with the Soviet DP, discusses the PIAT's regulatory history, and explores the reasons for Britain's delayed assault rifle development, focusing on doctrine and existing infrastructure.
This Q&A session with Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons delves into various firearms topics, including the adoption of the Besa machine gun, the potential of the ACR, and the innovation of smaller nations like Czechoslovakia and Finland. McCollum also discusses historical manufacturing limitations, interesting mechanical systems, and the challenges of digital book piracy.
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