Videos tagged with NFA Destructive Device

This video provides an expert-level overview of Soviet 50mm light mortars, specifically the RM-39 and RM-40, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It details their historical development, technical specifications including a unique gas-venting range adjustment system, and mechanical features. The video also covers their comparison to German counterparts and their post-war surplus history, including Finnish capture and US importation.

This guide details the manual of arms for the USAS-12 shotgun, drawing from expert instruction. It covers the operation of the safety selector, magazine release, and charging handle, emphasizing the unique track system for magazine changes. The gas-operated system is noted for its comfortable recoil profile, even with 12-gauge slugs, though its NFA classification as a destructive device significantly limits civilian ownership.

This guide details the operation and loading procedure for the Striker 12 shotgun, a unique firearm known for its spring-wound rotary drum and NFA 'Destructive Device' classification in the US. The video emphasizes the clock spring mechanism for drum rotation and the auto-ejection system. It also covers the specific loading process, highlighting the manual indexing and the need for a potential manual ejector rod for the final round. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons.

Ian McCollum, demonstrating high expertise, provides a detailed comparison of the Boys Anti-Tank Rifle Mk I and Mk I* variants. He highlights key design improvements in the Mk I*, such as a simplified muzzle brake and bipod, and discusses the rifle's historical context, production, and service history. The analysis includes technical specifications and insights into its effectiveness against early armor.

This video provides an in-depth expert review of the extremely rare Swiss Tankbuchse 41 (Tb 41) antitank rifle, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The analysis highlights its unique toggle-lock action developed by Adolf Furrer, its powerful 24x138mm caliber, and its historical deployment beyond tanks. The video emphasizes the weapon's rarity and its status as a registered NFA destructive device in the United States.

This guide details the process of making the Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank cannon portable using its specialized wheeled carriage. The carriage is designed for ease of transport, allowing a single operator to move the heavy weapon. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, demonstrating the specific steps for securing the weapon to the carriage for towing.

This guide details the operation of the French Modele 1937 50mm light mortar, emphasizing its portable design and unique lever-actuated firing mechanism. The mortar is designed for a fixed 45-degree firing angle, with range adjusted via a collar that modifies internal pressure. Expert analysis from Ian McCollum highlights its historical context and post-war adaptation for rifle grenades.

This guide details the operational technique for the Type 89 Knee Mortar, emphasizing its unique rifled bore and adjustable firing pin for range. It highlights the importance of proper bracing and the 45-degree firing angle, correcting the common misconception about its name. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on deep historical and technical knowledge.

This expert review from Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, provides a critical look at the Streetsweeper 12ga shotgun. It details its historical origins in Rhodesia and South Africa, its US-produced variant, and its classification as an NFA 'Destructive Device' in the United States. The guide highlights the unique double-action revolver-style operation, the fixed 12-round drum magazine, and the manual unloading process. The assessment concludes that the Streetsweeper, despite its visual appeal, suffers from practical limitations like slow loading and unpleasant firing characteristics, making it more of a novelty than a functional firearm.