Videos tagged with Firearm Reference

This video announces a birthday sale for "America's Rifle" books by Heather. The sale includes signed copies for $99 and unsigned copies for $84, with prices including shipping and taxes. The seller notes a limited quantity of signed copies remaining and states that orders will be processed immediately. A direct link to the shop is provided.

This YouTube video appears to be a short clip referencing movie lines with a focus on firearms. The title explicitly mentions '#38special', indicating a specific caliber of handgun. The hashtags '#younggun' and '#movielines' suggest a connection to cinematic scenes involving firearms. '#stolenland' adds a thematic element that could relate to the context of the movie scene or a broader discussion. Due to the limited description, the primary focus is on the mention of the .38 Special caliber and its association with firearms in media.

This video is a book review of a new reference work on SS-contract Walther PP and PPK pistols. The author, Tom Whiteman, has compiled over 20 years of research, utilizing captured American military intelligence records from the end of WWII. The book details characteristics of nearly a dozen specific contract purchases, making it an essential resource for collectors focused on this niche of German WWII handguns. While the price might seem high for casual interest, its value lies in helping collectors identify authentic pieces and avoid fakes.

This entry details the second edition of Vickers Guide to the AR-15 Vol 1, a comprehensive reference book focusing on the early development of the AR-15 platform through the Vietnam era. Authored by Larry Vickers and James Rupley, with contributions from Chris Bartocci and Daniel Watters, the expanded 648-page volume includes extensive research from museums and details numerous prototypes. The book is presented as a high-end reference for enthusiasts and historians.

This comprehensive review details Ian McCollum's book, 'Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016'. The book serves as an authoritative reference for French military rifles, covering development, production, variations, and service history. McCollum, the author and creator of Forgotten Weapons, leverages extensive research to fill a gap in English-language resources for collectors and historians.

This video introduces the second volume of the Vickers Guide series, focusing on WWII German firearms. The description provides links to purchase the guide, subscribe to their YouTube channel, and follow Larry Vickers on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and his website. It's a promotional piece for an in-depth guide to historical weaponry.

This episode of The Gun Collective (TGC) Podcast features an interview with James Rupley, discussing the Vickers Guide series and other relevant news. Hosted by Adam Kraut and Jon Patton, the podcast offers insights from a firearms expert, likely focusing on historical firearm documentation and potentially modern applications. The description also includes promotional links for TGC's Patreon, merchandise, and sponsor deals, encouraging audience engagement and support.

This book review highlights 'Cold War Pistols of Czechoslovakia' by James Brown as a definitive English-language reference for collectors and enthusiasts. The book provides substantial data on variations, serial numbers, production dates, and factory histories, with particular depth on the CZ 50/70, CZ 52, CZ 75/85, and CZ 82/83. It also covers pre-WWII and WWII era pistols, as well as single-shot target and flare pistols, offering insights into disassembly, mechanics, and shooting considerations, including specific safety warnings for the CZ 52 decocker.