Videos tagged with Proprietary Cartridge

The LaserPET II is a portable dry-fire training system that offers six pre-programmed drills without requiring a smartphone app. However, its small target size and proprietary laser cartridge are noted drawbacks. The reviewer suggests that for the price, other systems like the Mantis Laser Academy offer better value with app integration and shot tracking.

This video provides an in-depth look at a mystery shotgun, identified as a W.W. Greener Police Shotgun, chambered in .476 India Pattern. Firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries details its unique Martini action, anti-theft features like a necked-down chamber and bolt face projections, and historical context of its use by British colonial police in Egypt and India. The discussion also touches upon its comparison to the standard Greener Mark III 12-bore and various historical conversions.

This comprehensive review of the FK BRNO PSD, presented by a seasoned firearms expert, delves into its unique 7.5 FK cartridge, showcasing impressive ballistic data including velocity, energy, and accuracy at various distances. The video details the pistol's multi-caliber capabilities, design features, and its remarkable ability to penetrate Level IIIA armor at 100 yards. Expert insights are provided on its performance and potential applications.

This video provides an in-depth look at the extremely rare Brown/van Choate Trials Rifle, a unique 1871 bolt-action design. Expert Ian McCollum details its internal hammer, double trigger system, and proprietary .45-70 caliber, highlighting its historical significance in US military trials and its significant design flaws, such as the fixed extractor. The analysis emphasizes the rifle's rarity and its place in early breech-loading firearm development.

This guide details the operation and barrel-swapping procedure for the Morse / Muzzy Sporting Carbine, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers opening the top-lever action, the dual extractor mechanism, and the simple process of unscrewing and replacing barrels. The video highlights the advanced design for its time, including interchangeable carbine, rifle, and shotgun barrel options, and the adjustable rear sight. It also touches upon the historical context of its development and commercial failure due to ammunition costs.

Larry Vickers provides an expert overview of the Wilson Combat 300 HAM'R Tactical Hunter, detailing its dual-purpose design for hunting and tactical use. He elaborates on the proprietary .300 HAM'R cartridge, emphasizing its performance benefits over other common calibers within the AR-15 platform. Vickers also offers practical advice on magazine selection for reliable feeding, recommending .300 Blackout magazines for full capacity.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Guncrafter Industries Model 1, a custom 1911 chambered in the proprietary .50 GI caliber. Presented by firearms historian Ian McCollum, the review details the pistol's design philosophy, mechanical features, and company history, highlighting its unique approach to increasing bore diameter without significantly altering recoil or handling characteristics compared to a .45 ACP.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Meunier A6, France's first semi-automatic battle rifle, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The analysis covers its unique long recoil action, proprietary 7x57mm Meunier cartridge, and historical context within French small arms development during WWI. Despite its innovative design, the rifle faced logistical and mechanical challenges that ultimately led to its cancellation.

This review by Honest Outlaw provides an in-depth look at the FK BRNO 7.5mm Field Pistol, highlighting its unique 7.5 FK cartridge and innovative recoil mitigation system. The pistol is presented as a powerful, lightweight option for hunting and long-range handgun use, challenging conventional expectations for semi-automatic handguns. The review emphasizes its impressive ballistic performance and surprising portability compared to other large-caliber handguns.

This guide details the disassembly and operational features of the rare Hagen Prototype Semiauto Rifle, as presented by Ian McCollum. It covers the action type, proprietary cartridge, loading mechanism, unique round counter, and sighting system. Disassembly involves removing a single screw to separate the receiver halves. The rifle's historical context and testing results are also highlighted.

This guide details the disassembly process for the Smith & Wesson Model 1913, emphasizing its unique hinged barrel and safety mechanisms. It highlights the importance of the proprietary .35 S&W cartridge and the pistol's historical context. The instruction is presented with a high degree of authority, drawing from expert knowledge of early 20th-century firearms.

This guide details the impractical cylinder removal process for the James Reid No. 2 Revolver, a 7-shot, .32 proprietary rimfire single-action revolver from the Civil War era. The video highlights a significant design flaw where the barrel must be partially unthreaded to free the cylinder for cleaning, a process requiring careful handling and specific tools. Expert analysis from Ian McCollum underscores the historical context of patent disputes and unique manufacturing methods of the period.