Videos tagged with Post-WWII Firearms

This review of the Madsen Model 1945 submachine gun, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons from the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlights its unique design and historical context. The firearm is noted for its quality construction, pistol-like reciprocating slide, and use of Suomi magazines. Despite its advanced features for the time, its complexity and cost led to commercial failure, making it an extremely rare collector's item.

This expert-level review details the ZK-466, a rare Czech folding submachine gun developed by Josef Koucký. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an in-depth look at its unique design, historical context, and limited production. The ZK-466 features a compact folding magazine well and was marketed as a survival weapon for pilots, though it ultimately lost out to the Sa Vz 23 series in military trials.

This video focuses on the Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk 2 rifle, a post-WWII refinement of the No. 4 rifle. The description details key improvements such as the trigger mechanism, beech wood stocks with a tie screw and nut (replacing reinforcing straps on earlier models), and brass buttplates (contrasting with the zinc alloy and blued steel versions used during and after the war by British, American, and Canadian forces). It also notes that the No. 4 Mk 2 standard was used to refurbish many existing No. 4 rifles.

This YouTube video provides an in-depth look at the post-WWII development of small arms, specifically focusing on the Beretta AR70/90 rifle. The description includes affiliate links to various firearm cleaning kits, maintenance tools, ammunition, and accessories from brands like Otis, G96, and Fort Scott Ammunition, as well as links to books, discount codes for Centurion firearms, and donation/Patreon pages for Small Arms Solutions (SAS). The content appears to be targeted towards firearm enthusiasts interested in historical development and maintenance.

This video explores two rare French MAC Model 1947 prototype submachine guns, showcasing their innovative lever-delayed blowback action and unique design features. Despite their advanced mechanics, the prototypes were rejected due to material requirements and ergonomics, with the simpler MAT-49 eventually being adopted. The review highlights the prototypes' lightweight construction, folding magazine well safety, and distinct charging handle mechanisms.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Smith & Wesson Model 17 K-22 Masterpiece, a highly regarded .22 LR revolver. Host Keith Ford details its post-WWII design evolution under Carl Hellstrom, highlighting features like the tapered rib, simplified sights, and the exceptional hand-polished finish. The entry also covers the official designation change to Model 17 in 1957 and the enduring value of pre-1997 models, with a specific focus on a well-preserved Model 17-4 from 1983.

This review of the Rheinmetall MG42/59, a post-WWII variant of the iconic MG42, details its conversion to 7.62 NATO and a significantly reduced rate of fire. Expert Ian McCollum highlights key mechanical changes, including a heavier bolt and buffer system, necessary for the caliber conversion and rate reduction. The specific example discussed was imported by Colt for a specialized project before entering the civilian market.

This review details the FN Model 1949 AFN, a select-fire variant of the SAFN rifle, highlighting its unique features like the cocking indicator and selector lever. It explores its development by Dieudonné Saive, including his work in Britain during WWII, and its connection to early FN FAL prototypes. The video also touches upon Britain's post-war assault rifle development and the eventual adoption of the FAL.

The WALAM 48 is a Hungarian FEG-produced pistol, a notable copy of the Walther PP, originally developed for the Hungarian police. A significant variant was produced for Egypt under Nasser in 1957, chambered in .380 ACP and featuring Egyptian crest markings. While sharing magazine compatibility with the Walther PP, the WALAM 48 has distinct features like a solid hammer and a unique loaded chamber indicator.

This review of the Yugoslav M48 Mauser highlights its excellent condition and value as a surplus rifle. It details the rifle's production at the Kragujevac arsenal, its development based on the Mauser design with variants like the M48A and M48B, and its technical specifications including an intermediate-length receiver and tangent sights. The video also compares it to the Kar98k and discusses the importance of assembly numbers versus serial numbers.

This review details the East German TGF1950, a post-WWII Czech-made Mauser 98k variant. It highlights the Brno Arsenal's continued production for export, unique receiver markings ('tgf 1950'), Czech proof marks, and Ethiopian service numbers. The rifle features a distinct trigger guard and floor plate combination and various front band styles, reflecting its history as military aid to Ethiopia.

This video details a unique post-WWII Czech Mauser K98k variant produced by Brno for Ethiopia. Key features include an enlarged 'winter' trigger guard for glove use and a St. George stock disc, distinguishing it from German wartime production. The rifles also bear Czech proof marks alongside German ordnance codes, highlighting a complex post-war arms trade involving Ethiopia and Israel.