Videos tagged with Cartridge Counter

This review covers the OPOS Venator, a 9mm steel-framed pistol from Austria, showcased at IWA 2026. The firearm features a unique rotating barrel locking mechanism and a very low bore axis, contributing to exceptionally soft shooting and flat recoil. It offers versatile optic mounting options, either on a fixed rail or the moving slide. A prototype electronic module provides advanced analytics like a cartridge counter, gun temperature sensor, and slide velocity detection, even functioning without a battery. The presenters, with expert-level handling, found the Venator to be highly accurate and controllable after a slight adjustment to its unique recoil impulse.

This entry details the Savage Model 1899 rifle, specifically highlighting its unique cartridge counter feature. The rifle, manufactured in 1919 and chambered in .303 Savage, was acquired by the speaker for $500. The content emphasizes the collector value and mechanical intricacies of this vintage firearm, drawing from the insights of a firearms collector/enthusiast.

This entry details the unique Powell Cartridge Counter Luger, a variant tested by the US military. It focuses on the operation of its innovative grip-mounted cartridge counter, which relies on a specialized magazine and follower system. The historical context of its development and US trials is also highlighted, noting its significance as an early attempt at a 9mm military pistol for the United States.

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.