Videos tagged with Cold War Pistols

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of a suppressed CZ-27 pistol, specifically the Polish variant used by the Ministry of Public Security. It covers the unique left-hand threaded suppressor and its internal components, including alternating rubber wipes and baffles. The video, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlights historical context and technical details of these rare firearms.

This book review highlights 'Cold War Pistols of Czechoslovakia' by James Brown as a definitive English-language reference for collectors and enthusiasts. The book provides substantial data on variations, serial numbers, production dates, and factory histories, with particular depth on the CZ 50/70, CZ 52, CZ 75/85, and CZ 82/83. It also covers pre-WWII and WWII era pistols, as well as single-shot target and flare pistols, offering insights into disassembly, mechanics, and shooting considerations, including specific safety warnings for the CZ 52 decocker.

This video is a book review of George Layman's "Communist Bloc Handguns," an overview of Cold War pistols from various Eastern Bloc countries. The reviewer notes that while the book provides a good single-stop reference for basic handguns of the era, its 157 pages necessitate a brief level of detail on each firearm. It's recommended for the "idly curious" and as a handy reference for understanding variations, particularly with Tokarev pistols, but lacks in-depth information on rare variations, production totals, or developmental details. The reviewer also mentions the book contains personal anecdotes rather than formal research and finds the $39.95 price point a bit high given the content, but acknowledges limited alternatives for those interested in the Cold War period.