This video delves into Hiram Maxim's groundbreaking 1884 prototype machine gun, the first practical recoil-operated firearm. It highlights the innovative hydraulic buffer system for rate-of-fire control and the toggle-link mechanism. The discussion also covers the challenges of early black powder cartridges and the significance of water cooling in its design.
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