Videos tagged with Nic Jenzen-Jones

This video features an interview with László Becz, author of "Rifles on the Danube: Hungarian Kalashnikov Firearms 1959-2002". Nic Jenzen-Jones of Headstamp Publishing discusses the extensive research, including interviews with retired engineers, that went into the book. The conversation touches on the history of the FÉG factory and the challenges of documenting Hungarian Kalashnikov firearms. The book is currently available on Kickstarter.

This video features Nic Jenzen-Jones and Stephen Weese discussing the background and creation of their new book, "SWORDS OF THE EMPEROR: A Guide to the Identification of Imperial Japanese Swords, 1873 – 1945". They delve into the historical context and identification aspects of Japanese swords from the Meiji Restoration through World War II. A discounted preorder for the book is also being promoted.

This video delves into the complex world of improvised and craft-produced firearms, distinguishing between simple scratch-built weapons and more sophisticated, often machine-tool-assisted creations. Experts Jonathan Ferguson and Nic Jenzen-Jones examine specific examples like the Avenger SMG and converted Baikal pistols, highlighting the ingenuity and methods employed by non-state actors and criminal groups. The discussion also touches upon the repurposing of industrial components and the conversion of blank-firing firearms into lethal weapons.

This Q&A session features Nic Jenzen-Jones of Armament Research Services (ARES) discussing small arms in modern conflict zones. Topics include Russian cartridge development, the illicit arms trade, ammunition supply for insurgents, the resurgence of .308 caliber rifles, locally produced arms, rifle grenade popularity, the future of UK small arms production, NATO ammunition trends, the weapons used by 'bad guys,' the impact of man-portable anti-tank weapons and modern anti-armor systems, small arms and optics in Afghanistan, the influence of the US firearms market on global trade, interesting non-technical developments in the arms trade, North Korean helical drum magazines, careless ammunition, and de-mining efforts.