Videos tagged with Eibar

This video explores the rich 600-year history of gunmaking in Eibar, Spain, often called 'Gun City'. It highlights the Armeria Eskola, the transition to sporting shotguns, and visits workshops of renowned makers like Kemen, AYA, Garbi, Arrieta, and Arrizabalaga. The expert speaker emphasizes the artisanal craftsmanship and specialized techniques involved in producing high-quality firearms.

This guide details the disassembly of the La Lira pistol, a Spanish variant of the Mannlicher 1901, manufactured by Garate y Anitua. It highlights key mechanical differences, such as the simple blowback action and detachable magazine compared to the Mannlicher's delayed blowback and fixed magazine. The video emphasizes the manufacturing quality differences and historical context of Spanish patent law. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.