Videos tagged with Institute of Military Technology

This video delves into the intense patent dispute between firearms pioneers John Browning and Hiram Maxim. It highlights Browning's innovative gas-operated machine guns, specifically the Colt 1895 'Potato Digger,' and an experimental muzzle-cap variant designed to circumvent Maxim's patents. The expert analysis covers the mechanical intricacies of these designs and their historical context within the development of automatic weaponry.

This guide details the field stripping process for the SIG KE-7 Light Machine Gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It highlights the complexity of the Swiss design, including its short recoil operation and progressive trigger. The process involves separating the barrel and receiver assemblies and then further disassembling the bolt carrier group.

This guide details the operation of the rare FN CAL assault rifle, focusing on its select-fire capabilities, including full-auto and a unique resetting 3-round burst mechanism. Expert instruction from Jerry Miculek highlights its controllable full-auto fire at approximately 460 RPM and its historical context as a 5.56mm variant of the FN FAL. The guide emphasizes safety protocols for handling this select-fire weapon.

This video provides an expert examination of a rare semi-automatic conversion of the 1903 Springfield rifle by Reed Knight and Jerry Miculek. It details the innovative gas system, external return spring, and unique safety features like the protective wire fence and offset sights, highlighting the craftsmanship of this historical prototype.

This entry details the testing of a rare 1957 Armalite AR-10 prototype, featuring insights from Jerry Miculek. It covers the rifle's historical significance as a precursor to the M16, its lightweight design (under 6 lbs), and performance during semi-automatic and full-automatic fire, including a calculated rate of fire of 633 RPM. The entry also touches upon its manufacturing in Holland and its 20-round aluminum waffle magazine.

This guide details the operation of the 5-Barrel Nordenfelt Gun, focusing on its unique reciprocating lever action and sequential firing mechanism. It highlights safety features and magazine loading procedures. The information is presented with high authority by firearms historian Ian McCollum and mechanical machine gun specialist Joe Loson.

This video introduces the Institute of Military Technology (IMT), an organization dedicated to preserving and educating about military history through firearms and engineering. Hosted by Joe McLean and Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, the discussion highlights IMT's mission, its collection including an M24 Chaffee tank, and its educational seminars. While not currently open to the public due to its location on DOD grounds and accessibility issues, IMT plans to build a separate facility for public access.