Videos tagged with Collector Grade Publications

Small Arms Solutions announces the reprinting of their book, 'Black Rifle II,' now renamed 'America's Rifle: The M16 to M4 from the Cold War to the Global War on Terror.' The content remains identical to the original, but it will be published under Small Arms Publishing and printed by the same company to maintain quality. Pre-orders are available for both signed and unsigned copies, with expected shipping this summer. This reprint is significant as it marks the return of a highly regarded firearms history resource after the original publisher, Collector Grade Publications, ceased operations.

This guide details the disassembly and assembly process for the FN-49 rifle, drawing directly from the comprehensive instructions found in Wayne Johnson's 'The FN-49: The Last Elegant Old-World Military Rifle'. The book, published by Wet Dog Publications, offers detailed exploded diagrams and step-by-step photographic guidance, making it an invaluable resource for collectors and gunsmiths. It covers various national contract variations and includes notes on identifying rebuilds by Century Arms.

This comprehensive review of 'Sturmgewehr! From Firepower to Striking Power (New Expanded Edition)' by Hans-Dieter Handrich, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, delves deep into the historical development of the German assault rifle. The book covers the evolution from WWI firearms through intermediate cartridge development and the progression of designs like the MKB series to the iconic StG44, offering extensive documentation and insights. McCollum's high authority and detailed knowledge make this a valuable resource for enthusiasts of German small arms history.

This video provides a comprehensive review of English-language books on French military firearms, highlighting the scarcity of detailed resources. Lead Firearms Instructor Ian McCollum discusses five key books, evaluating their scope, accuracy, and availability. He emphasizes that while no single comprehensive English-language book exists, these titles offer valuable insights into specific eras and weapon systems, from early rifles to post-WWI semi-automatics and handguns.

This video provides an expert review of Steve Raw's book, 'The Last Enfield: SA80 The Reluctant Rifle,' by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The book is presented as the definitive resource on the SA80's complex and often troubled development, covering its origins in post-WWII bullpup designs and the evolution through various iterations and cartridge evaluations before settling on the 5.56x45mm NATO standard. McCollum highlights the book's value for understanding how firearm development can encounter significant challenges.

This video features an interview with Ralf Dieckmann, a German-born firearms designer. Dieckmann's passion for firearms began in post-WWII Berlin, amidst the war detritus. He later emigrated to Canada, served in the military, and designed his P66 pistol. This design led to work with notable American firearms companies, including Mossberg, Thompson Center, and Ruger. The interview offers insights into his design journey and experiences, which are presented as valuable lessons for contemporary designers and appealing to firearms enthusiasts.

This video is a book review of 'The Schmeisser Myth' by Martin Helebrant, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The book delves into the history of German submachine guns from WWI through WWII, clarifying the development and misattributions surrounding iconic models like the MP40 and its predecessors. It highlights the complexities of German arms development, especially in the interwar period, and provides detailed technical information valuable for collectors and historians.

This video reviews 'Death From Above: The German FG42 Paratroop Rifle' by Dugelby and Stevens, highlighting it as the definitive resource on the FG42. The book covers the rifle's development, including early models like Type A, B, and C prototypes, and features translations of German manuals. It also details the FG42's unique Luftwaffe project origin, its continuous design changes, scope variations, and post-war influence on designs like the British EM1. The 2007 edition includes significant additional material on late-war variants with distinct grip designs.