Videos tagged with Disintegrating Links

This guide details the process of linking 20mm dummy ammunition for the Mark-11 Autocannon, as demonstrated by an expert from Ordnance.com. The video showcases the methodical assembly of inert rounds into disintegrating metal links, emphasizing proper technique and safety precautions for handling military-grade ordnance. The completed belt is shown ready for use in Vietnam War-era aircraft.

This guide provides an expert overview of the M60 'Pig' machine gun's maintenance and operation, drawing from Mark Novak's detailed explanation. It covers the gas system's mechanics, bolt and firing pin operation, feeding mechanisms, headspace, and the use of specialized tools like the Kendall Ordnance Linker. The guide emphasizes the physical demands of operating the weapon and includes essential safety considerations for gunsmithing and handling.

This video explores the utility of semi-automatic belt-fed firearms, using the M249 SAW Para as a primary example. It delves into the technical challenges of converting full-auto belt-feds to semi-auto, primarily due to ATF regulations requiring closed-bolt operation. The discussion covers the pros (ammunition capacity) and cons (reliability issues, cost, weight, trigger pull, parts availability) of these firearms, contrasting them with alternatives like the AR-15 platform configured as an IAR or the RPK, which are deemed more practical for serious use.

This guide details the operation and key features of the 11mm Vickers 'Balloon Buster' machine gun, a specialized WWI aircraft weapon. It covers its unique incendiary ammunition for balloon destruction, aircraft-specific modifications like air cooling and remote spring adjustment, and mechanical systems for synchronization and recoil management. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed mechanical disassembly and historical context.

This Q&A session covers a wide range of firearms topics, from the pros and cons of disintegrating versus non-disintegrating ammunition belts to the historical reasons behind firearms manufacturing centers. Expert Ian McCollum discusses cartridge choices like 7.5x54mm French versus 7.62x51mm NATO, the mechanics of delayed blowback systems like the CMMG Guard, and the function of proof houses. The discussion also touches on historical cartridges like the 6mm Lee Navy, the viability of battle rifles, and the design evolution of French rifle triggers. Practical advice is offered on choosing Old West revolvers and identifying desirable British firearms.

This video provides an overview of the FN M249S semi-automatic rifle, a civilian-legal variant of the military M249 SAW. Ben Voss, FN's product manager, highlights its construction, shared components with the military version, and dual feeding capabilities. The rifle can accept standard 5.56mm disintegrating link belts or AR-15/M16 style magazines, offering versatility for civilian shooters.