Videos tagged with Musgrave

This guide details the field stripping process for the Vektor Z88 and SP1 pistols, manufactured in South Africa under license and through reverse-engineering of the Beretta 92. The video, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, emphasizes the importance of understanding the design differences between the Z88 (a direct Beretta 92 clone) and the SP1 (a redesigned export model). The process involves ensuring the firearm is unloaded, manipulating the slide lock lever, and separating the slide, barrel, and recoil assembly from the frame. This procedure is crucial for routine maintenance and cleaning.

This video provides an expert review of the book 'Firearms Developed and Manufactured in Southern Africa 1949-2000' by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The book is a comprehensive encyclopedia detailing the history and development of firearms from South Africa and Rhodesia, covering numerous manufacturers and models, and highlighting the impact of UN arms embargoes on domestic innovation. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, expresses high appreciation for the extensive research presented in the volume.