Videos tagged with Potato Digger

This guide details the unique gas-operated, swinging lever mechanism of the Marlin Model 1917 Machine Gun, a licensed Colt design. Expert Ian McCollum explains how gas pressure from a port under the barrel actuates a lever connected to the operating slide, cycling the action. The nickname 'Potato Digger' is attributed to the lever's violent motion.

This episode of American Rifleman TV explores historical and modern firearms, continuing their 'Top 10 Machine Guns of All Time' list. They feature the Colt M1895 'Potato Digger' and the Lewis machine gun. The 'Rifleman Review' segment examines the McMillan Z-1 rifle stock paired with a Rock River Arms barreled receiver. Finally, 'I Have This Old Gun' delves into the German Gewehr 1888 Commission Rifle. The video also provides information on how to watch full episodes and tune into new broadcasts.

This video from Brownells, presented from the Rock Island Auction Company, offers an expert look at the evolution of early belt-fed machine guns. It details the mechanical innovations and historical significance of iconic models like the 1895 Colt-Browning ('Potato Digger'), the Browning 1917, and the Browning 1919, highlighting their operational differences and military service. The presentation showcases a deep understanding of firearms history and engineering.

This video features an episode of American Rifleman Television's "I Have This Old Gun" series, focusing on the Colt Model 1895, also known as the "Potato Digger." The episode likely delves into the history, design, and potentially the operation or significance of this particular firearm.