This video announces the conclusion of the "Forged in Snow" Kickstarter campaign, highlighting that viewers still have time to secure a Kickstarter-exclusive copy. The description directly links to the Kickstarter project page, indicating a focus on a specific product launch and community engagement related to that project.
This video announces the imminent end of the Kickstarter campaign for Ian McCollum's new book, "Forged in Snow: Finnish Small Arms 1917-2025." McCollum expresses gratitude for the campaign's success, highlighting that all stretch goals have been met, including features like spine hubs, custom end sheets, commissioned artwork, ex libris labels, cocktail sheets, and additional text sections. He details specific content additions, such as sections on the L35 target pistol, Ducks 53 and Ducks 59 submachine guns, and commercial Valmet semi-auto rifles. The book is slated for printing by the end of December, with expected delivery in August of the following year. A livestream event is scheduled for the final hours of the campaign.
This YouTube video, titled "Forged in Snow UPDATE: DUX-53 & 59 Section Goal MET!", announces a significant achievement in the "Forged in Snow" project, indicating that a section goal for the DUX-53 and DUX-59 has been met. The description highlights that the project is approaching its final stretch and provides a Kickstarter link for further engagement. While no specific firearms are demonstrated or discussed in detail, the context strongly suggests a firearm-related project, likely involving manufacturing or development.
This video announces that the "Ex Libris" stretch goal for the "Forged in Snow" Kickstarter has been met, meaning it will be included with every copy sold. The next stretch goal involves an expanded section on the Ducks 53 and Ducks 59, which are German-made copies of the Finnish M44 submachine gun developed late in WWII. The speaker explains the historical context of these firearms, noting that the technical drawings for the M44 were taken to Germany after WWII and an attempt was made to put them into production there.
This video announces that a stretch goal for the 'Forged in Snow' Kickstarter has been met, resulting in an 'Ex Libris' being included with every copy sold. The next stretch goal involves an expanded section on the Tikoski Ducks 53 and Ducks 59, detailing the story of the majority owner of Tikoski, who was German and took technical drawings for the M44 submachine gun to Germany after WWII, attempting to put them into production.
This YouTube video provides an update on the "Forged in Snow" project, announcing that the frontispiece art goal has been met. The description encourages viewers to join the project, indicating it's in its final stages. A Kickstarter link is provided for interested individuals to contribute. The content appears to be promotional for a creative project, likely related to gaming or a narrative medium given the mention of "art" and "frontispiece."
This YouTube video promotes a Kickstarter campaign for a book titled "Forged in Snow." The book, a five-year project, delves into Finnish firearms, covering a wide range of weapons including pistols, Mosins, submachine guns, light machine guns, Finnish Kalashnikovs, and new Sako AR models. The author highlights collaborations with the Finnish Army Museum, Sako Defense, Varusteleka, and Finnish small arms collectors, expressing excitement for the finished product.
This video announces that a stretch goal for the 'Forged in Snow' book has been met, specifically the inclusion of a unique, previously unknown version of the L35 Lahti pistol. The author expresses gratitude for the support and details the next stretch goal, which focuses on custom end sheets for the book's production, enhancing its quality and aesthetic appeal.
This video provides an update on the "Forged in Snow" project, specifically highlighting the achievement of the target model, the L35 Lahti. It also includes a call to action for viewers to order their copy via a provided Kickstarter link. The content focuses on a specific firearm model within a larger project.
This video provides an update on the "Forged in Snow" project, confirming that the goal for Valmet Semiauto/Export Rifles has been met. The description encourages viewers to check out the Kickstarter campaign for more details on this undertaking, highlighting the effort involved for the audience's benefit.
This video delves into the rich history of Finnish small arms, as detailed in Ian McCollum's book 'Forged in Snow'. McCollum, a leading firearms historian, highlights Finland's unique approach to firearms development, from their ingenious modifications of the Mosin-Nagant to their indigenous designs like the Suomi KP/-31 submachine gun and Valmet AK variants. The content emphasizes the historical context and technical evolution of these firearms.
The video announces that the initial funding goal for the book "Forged in Snow" on Finnish small arms has been met. It encourages viewers to visit the Kickstarter page to explore stretch goals, pledge levels, and exclusive items like posters and a special white cover edition. The book aims to be a comprehensive resource on Finnish military arms.
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