Videos tagged with BM-59

This entry synthesizes expert insights from Ian McCollum on the definition and characteristics of battle rifles. It clarifies the distinction between full-power and intermediate cartridges, discusses the practicality of full-auto fire and SBR configurations for battle rifles, and touches upon historical examples and modern trends like the XM7. McCollum's extensive knowledge, evidenced by his book 'Battle Rifles of NATO,' provides a historically grounded and analytical perspective.

This video offers an expert comparison between the M14 and the Beretta BM-59, with Mark from James River Armory providing deep insights. The BM-59 is presented as a superior evolution of the M1 Garand design, featuring significant recoil reduction and improved reliability over the M14. Live fire tests highlight the BM-59's smoother shooting characteristics.

This video provides a comprehensive tour of a newly constructed ultimate gun room, showcasing various firearms, storage solutions, and security features. The host highlights a Rynomental vault door, a new Safe X design with an improved bracket hanger system, and an extensive collection of rifles and submachine guns, including AK variants, Uzis, and historical pieces. The space is designed for both storage and future content creation, with plans for range videos and detailed reviews.

This YouTube Shorts video highlights the rare BM-59 rifle chambered in 7.62 caliber. The description promotes the creator's primary channel, 'Classic Firearms,' as well as their secondary channel, 'Outside The Warehouse,' and their podcast channel. The focus is on showcasing this particular firearm model.

The Beretta AR-70/90, Italy's standard service rifle for two decades, evolved from the AR-70 to meet NATO's 5.56mm SS109 ammunition standards. It features STANAG magazine compatibility, a unique detachable carry handle with integrated sights, a bipod, and a grenade launcher capability. The rifle was replaced by the ARX-160 and is now available as parts kits for civilian builds.

This video explores the surprising similarities between the Beretta AR70 and the SIG Sauer 550 series rifles, stemming from a brief 1960s collaboration between the two manufacturers. Despite a subsequent 'divorce' where each company pursued independent designs, both ended up with rifles sharing a stamped sheet metal receiver, long-stroke gas piston system, and reciprocating charging handle. The comparison highlights how both designs, while distinct internally (rotating bolt vs. roller-delayed blowback), share a common external aesthetic and operational layout.

This video provides an in-depth, slow-motion analysis of malfunctions in rare and exotic firearms, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The expert guide details issues like short cycling, case head separation, and feed failures, offering insights into design flaws and potential causes. It's a valuable resource for advanced firearm enthusiasts interested in the mechanical intricacies and reliability challenges of historical and custom weapons.

This video segment from ARTV focuses on the Beretta BM-59E, highlighting its unique design and historical context. As a distinct iteration of a familiar rifle platform, the BM-59E offers enthusiasts a closer look at its development and features, making it an interesting piece for collectors and those interested in historical firearms.

This video focuses on the packaging of BM-59 magazines, providing a rough translation of the Italian text on the box. The description details information regarding the maintenance center, the specific firearm model (BM59, which is a variant of the FAL), and storage details like "long life packaging," "protection treatment," and "period of validity." It also mentions the responsibility of personnel for random checks and a packer code. The video aims to show viewers what is contained within the packaging of these magazines.

This video recaps the James D. Julia Fall 2017 auction, highlighting significant sales of rare and collectible firearms. Notable items included a Colt Monitor BAR variant for $71,875, a Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank cannon for $18,400, and a Confederate Whitworth Sniper rifle that fetched an impressive $161,000. The auction also featured various machine guns, historical revolvers, and other military arms, showcasing strong market interest in high-condition and historically significant pieces.

This video provides an in-depth review of the James River Armory BM-59, a 7.62x51 NATO rifle based on the Italian modification of the M1 Garand. The expert host details its historical significance, technical build, unique features like the winter trigger and bipod, and performance testing at various ranges. The review highlights the BM-59 as a high-quality clone appealing to collectors and enthusiasts of military surplus firearms.