Videos tagged with Long Branch Arsenal

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Canadian C1A1 FAL rifle, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It details the rifle's history, from Canada's adoption of the FAL to its domestic production challenges and standardization. Key features discussed include its semi-automatic nature, cold-weather adaptations like a removable trigger guard, unique sighting system, and markings indicating its military and police service history. The presentation highlights the technical and engineering differences compared to other FAL variants and showcases prototype components.

This guide details the examination and disassembly of a rare Canadian Experimental Lightweight No4 Enfield rifle, as presented by Ian McCollum. It highlights significant weight-reduction techniques, including extensive milling, an aluminum trigger guard, and a one-piece stock. The analysis emphasizes the trade-offs between weight savings and potential durability concerns, offering insights into a unique firearms development trial.