Videos tagged with Cycling Mechanism

This guide explains the long recoil operating system, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It details the sequence of a locked barrel and bolt recoiling together, the barrel returning forward to extract, and the bolt then releasing to chamber a new round. The explanation highlights the system's advantages in safety due to delayed unlocking and disadvantages like mechanical complexity and potential for weaker ejection.

This guide details the proper technique for loading and firing the Luger P08, emphasizing the unique toggle-lock action. It covers manual chambering, sight alignment, trigger control, and understanding the cycling process. The demonstration highlights the pistol's reliability and the shooter's proficiency.