Videos tagged with Gangster Era Firearms

This video provides an overview of the Thompson submachine gun's history and variants, presented by Mark Keefe at the NRA National Firearms Museum. It covers the M1921A, 1928 A1, 1927 semi-automatic, and M1 models, highlighting their military and cultural significance. The exhibit showcases a diverse collection of these iconic firearms.

This guide details the modifications made to a Winchester Model 1907, famously used by the John Dillinger gang, focusing on the Lebman Conversion. It covers the addition of a custom forend, Thompson vertical grip, and Cutt's compensator. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum, drawing on historical knowledge and understanding of NFA regulations.

This video provides a concise overview of the Thompson Model 1928A1 submachine gun, highlighting its key features and historical context. The presenter, demonstrating high authority, explains the Blish lock system, the finned barrel for cooling, and the Cutts compensator for muzzle control. It also touches upon the differences between the 1928A1 and the M1A1 variants, and its aesthetic ties to earlier models.

This 'From the Vault' episode from Brownells showcases two historically significant firearms: the Browning BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle) and the Colt Monitor. The video details the BAR's development post-WWI, its service in major conflicts, and its notorious association with gangsters like Bonnie and Clyde. The Colt Monitor is presented as a law enforcement variant of the BAR, featuring modifications for improved handling and effectiveness against vehicles, notably used in subduing Bonnie and Clyde. The segment highlights the rarity and value of these pieces, with the Colt Monitor estimated at over $120,000.