Videos tagged with Closed Bolt Firing

This video provides an in-depth look at a transitional Micro Uzi, positioned between older and newer Uzi models, featuring a flat top upper and side charger. The presenter details its weight (5.1 lbs unloaded with a 29-round magazine), dimensions (11 inches long), and operational aspects, including its closed-bolt firing mechanism and trigger pull characteristics. Ergonomics are discussed, highlighting the challenges of the reciprocating charging handle and the advantages of a non-reciprocating version found on some variants.

This video provides an in-depth review of the RM277 experimental rifle, a contender in the US Army's Next Generation Squad Weapon program. Garand Thumb, a recognized firearms expert, details its unique polymer-cased ammunition, advanced recoil mitigation system, and dual firing modes. The review highlights the rifle's potential and compares its ballistics to standard military rounds.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Portuguese M938 (MG-13) light machine gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the removal of the top cover, bolt and carrier assembly, and barrel, highlighting key internal components like the recoil spring and the adjustable mainspring tension knob. The process emphasizes safe handling and understanding the weapon's unique mechanical features, including its closed-bolt firing and short-recoil operation.

This video provides a tabletop overview of the MP-40P by ATI/GSG, a 9mm reproduction of the historical MP-40. The presenter highlights its German build, authentic features like the safety mechanism and magazine warning, and notes its blowback operation firing from a closed bolt. The review touches on potential historical accuracy issues with the magazine design and the manual's lack of disassembly instructions, suggesting a future video on that topic.