Videos tagged with Hammond Automatic Pistol

This expert-level review delves into the Grant Hammond .45 ACP trials pistol, a rare US military prototype from 1917-1918. The video highlights its unique design features, including a short recoil system and an innovative, though ultimately problematic, magazine ejection mechanism. Despite initial accuracy, reliability issues and a high malfunction rate prevented its adoption, making it a fascinating historical artifact for collectors.

This expert-level guide details the complex and unique mechanical operation of the Grant Hammond .32 ACP Prototype pistol, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the hybrid blow-forward/blow-back action, the barrel and slide mechanics, the intended bolt locking system, and the innovative automatic magazine ejection and chambering features. The explanation highlights the pistol's theoretical efficiency and its role as a proof-of-concept.