Videos tagged with Firearm Patents

This video discusses the PTR 9mm suppressor, with the speaker noting it as the quietest 9mm suppressor they have encountered. The conversation also touches upon PTR's past legal actions regarding additive suppressor patents, highlighting a contentious aspect of their business practices.

The video discusses the possibility of Glock producing a carbine, fueled by recent patent filings. While acknowledging Glock's history of patenting without production, the speaker suggests market pressures and the unsustainable nature of current firearm sales might drive Glock to diversify. The speaker expresses skepticism about a Glock carbine revolutionizing the market, predicting it would primarily aim to recapture lost market share in polymer handguns.

This entry details the blow forward firearm operating system, explaining its unique mechanism where the barrel moves forward during firing. It highlights historical examples like the Schwarzlose 1908 and Mannlicher 1894, discusses advantages such as increased safety, and notes the primary disadvantage of increased felt recoil. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearm design.

This video by Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, delves into the complex history of identifying the first automatic pistol. It highlights the C93 Borchardt as the first commercially successful model, while discussing the Salvator-Dormus and Laumann as earlier patented designs, emphasizing the importance of defining criteria like commercial viability versus initial invention. The content is rich with historical context and expert analysis from a recognized firearms authority.

This video provides an in-depth look at Orvill M. Robinson's innovative repeating rifle designs from the 1870s, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The analysis covers the mechanical intricacies of both the 1870 and 1872 models, highlighting their unique features like adjustable cartridge stops and toggle-lock actions. Expert insights are provided into Robinson's patent history and how Winchester's acquisition of his patents ultimately suppressed his contributions to firearm development.