Videos tagged with Kongsberg Arsenal

This video examines the rare and unusual Bjorgum pistol, a Norwegian prototype developed by artist Niels Bjorgum. Despite significant funding and attempts to gain military adoption, the pistol suffered from numerous design flaws, poor reliability, and questionable safety features, ultimately leading to its rejection. The presenter details the pistol's unique rotating barrel mechanism, sheet metal construction, and the inventor's background.

This guide details the operation of the M1846 Postførerverge's unique firing mechanism. It covers cocking the integrated hammers and the function of the folding trigger, emphasizing the simultaneous or individual firing capability of the double-barrel percussion system. A critical safety warning highlights the lack of a safety mechanism, making accidental discharge a significant risk.