Videos tagged with Early Semi-Automatic

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Stamm-Saurer Model 1913 long-recoil prototype rifle, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the removal of major components for cleaning and inspection, highlighting the unique design elements of this early semi-automatic firearm. The process requires careful handling of internal parts and springs.

This expert-level entry details the M1907 Roth-Steyr pistol, an early semi-automatic firearm adopted by the Austro-Hungarian military. It covers its unique 8mm Steyr caliber, 10-round internal magazine loaded via stripper clip, and its partially tensioned striker safety mechanism, which predates modern systems like Glock's. The entry also touches upon its historical significance and post-WWI distribution.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Schwarzlose Model 1901 prototype pistol. It highlights the unique toggle-delayed action and the specific levers required for disassembly, emphasizing the need for caution due to the pistol's rarity and complexity. The video features expert analysis from Ian McCollum, demonstrating a high level of authority.

The Remington Model 8, a John Browning design from 1906, showcases an advanced long recoil semi-automatic action for its era. Despite its age, it demonstrates impressive accuracy at 100 yards and beyond, particularly with the .35 Remington cartridge. Its unique takedown feature and historical use by figures like Frank Hamer add to its significance.

This guide details the disassembly process for the Smith & Wesson Model 1913, emphasizing its unique hinged barrel and safety mechanisms. It highlights the importance of the proprietary .35 S&W cartridge and the pistol's historical context. The instruction is presented with a high degree of authority, drawing from expert knowledge of early 20th-century firearms.

This guide details the disassembly of the Roth-Sauer Automatic Pistol for internal inspection, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers accessing the internal magazine, trigger linkage, and safety features. The video emphasizes the pistol's advanced engineering for its era, including a unique striker system and an out-of-battery safety.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Roth-Steyr 1907 pistol, as demonstrated by an expert on Forgotten Weapons. It covers removing the front wedge, barrel bushing, and separating the barrel and slide assembly. The unique internal components, including the multi-functional recoil spring plunger, are highlighted. Proper safety precautions are emphasized throughout the procedure.

This guide details the disassembly of the Italian Cei-Rigotti rifle, an early semi-automatic prototype. It covers identifying key components like the recoil spring housing, gas system, and the unique helical groove bolt unlocking mechanism. The video, presented by an expert from Forgotten Weapons, highlights the rifle's historical significance and complex mechanics, emphasizing its distinct design compared to other contemporary firearms.