Videos tagged with Post-WWII Italian Firearms

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an expert comparison between the Bernardelli VB and the Beretta Model 4 (a post-war designation for the 38/42). He highlights significant internal mechanical differences despite external similarities, and evaluates their performance in terms of rate of fire, ergonomics, and sight usability. McCollum concludes the Beretta Model 4 is more practical for general use.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the Bernardelli VB submachine gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It highlights key differences from the Beretta Model 38, particularly in the disassembly process which involves a single pin for stock removal, contrasting with the Beretta's screw-based system. The guide emphasizes the importance of confirming the firearm is unloaded before proceeding.