Videos tagged with Joseph Joachim Reifgraber

This guide details the disassembly of the rare Reifgraber Automatic Pistol, focusing on its unique short recoil system with gas assist. Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates the process, highlighting the self-contained fire control group and the pneumatic function of the muzzle gas ports. The explanation covers the mechanical locking block and the differences between the .32 and .38 caliber models, offering deep insight into early automatic pistol design.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Union/Reifgraber .32 S&W Autopistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. The process involves removing the backstrap to access internal components, highlighting the firearm's unique design. McCollum, a recognized expert in rare firearms, provides an in-depth look at this historical semi-automatic pistol.