Videos tagged with Handmade Firearm

This review of the Ruby 1915 pistol highlights its compact size (6 inches overall length, 1.9 lbs) and its chambering in .32 ACP. The firearm features a low bore axis, a militarized grip, and a light but gritty trigger. It also notes the presence of tall, wide V-notch sights and a short front sight. The video emphasizes that these were handmade emergency pistols produced in large numbers during WWI, with variations between manufacturers.

The Semmerling LM4 is a rare, handmade .45 ACP manual repeater pistol from the late 1970s/early 1980s. It features a unique barrel-pulling action for cycling and a trigger-activated detent to secure the barrel. While offering significant firepower in a compact design for its era, its complexity, limited capacity, and substantial recoil make it primarily a collector's item today, with modern alternatives offering superior performance.

This video from Forgotten Weapons examines a unique, handmade rifle from Ethiopia that exhibits a hybrid design, incorporating elements reminiscent of Vetterli, Mauser, Portuguese Vergueiro/Mannlicher, and possibly Chinese firearms. The rifle features a Vetterli-like receiver and action, but with a Mauser-style safety. Its caliber is indeterminate, estimated around .30 caliber, with a crudely made single-stack magazine and non-functional sights and bayonet lug. The construction is clearly artisanal, with many parts appearing handmade or heavily modified.

This video explores a unique, unmarked 3-barrel percussion shotgun, likely a handmade custom piece. It features a distinctive barrel configuration with two octagonal and one round smoothbore barrel, and an unusual pivoting buttstock. The firing mechanisms for the top two barrels are external percussion hammers, while the bottom barrel has an integrated hammer and trigger lever.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the rare Osorio Selectiva .22 Rimfire machine pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers removing the upper assembly, identifying key internal components like the telescoping bolt and dual-trigger system, and emphasizes the critical alignment of the barrel locking pin. The process requires careful attention to detail due to the unique, handmade nature of the firearm.

This video reviews the Arsenal RS-1, a unique six-shot .22 caliber revolver disguised as a knife. It fires each round with a trigger pull, automatically rotating the cylinder. The presenter also showcases a similar concept integrated into a briefcase. The RS-1 is noted as a handmade collectible, with limited availability due to the retirement of its maker.

This video explores the meticulous custom 1911 manufacturing process at Les Baer's facility. Les Baer himself, a master craftsman with over 30 years of experience, emphasizes hands-on involvement and a team of 18 specialists who contribute to each firearm. The discussion highlights the precision fitting, extensive testing, and the value of a custom-built firearm designed for longevity and performance.