Videos tagged with Gas Trap Garand

This video details the experimental British conversion of the M1 Garand to select-fire capability in 1939. Expert Jonathan Ferguson explains the historical context, the 'YSL' nickname, and the significant mechanical modifications required, including milling the receiver and adding a disconnector. Trial results indicated extreme difficulty in controlling automatic fire, leading to the project's discontinuation.

This video delves into the history and technical evolution of the M1 Garand rifle, specifically focusing on the rare 'gas trap' variant. It explains John C. Garand's early work at Springfield Armory, his initial primer-actuated designs, and the transition to gas operation. The gas trap system, characterized by an expansion chamber at the muzzle rather than a gas port, is highlighted as an early, albeit problematic, design that was eventually replaced by the more conventional gas trap system. The rarity of unmodified gas trap M1 Garands is attributed to their limited production (50,000 units) and subsequent modification by the US military, making them highly sought after by collectors.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Pedersen Model GY rifle, a design by John Pedersen that competed against John Garand for the US service rifle contract. The GY is presented as an improved version of Pedersen's earlier toggle-lock designs and a gas-port evolution of the M1 Garand. The video highlights its distinctive features, rarity, and historical context within the development of the M1 Garand.