Videos tagged with Recoil Operation

This video provides an in-depth, expert-level guide to disassembling the Bergmann MG 15nA, a World War 1-era light machine gun. Curatorial Assistant Joe Ford meticulously walks through each step, from removing the feed tray cover and buttstock to extracting the bolt, barrel, and locking mechanisms. The guide highlights the unique design features and operational principles of this historically significant firearm, offering valuable insights for gunsmiths and firearms enthusiasts.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Webley Fosbery, specifically a Model 1901. It highlights the unique recoil-operated mechanism that rotates the cylinder and recocks the hammer after each shot, allowing for repeated single-action firing without manual cocking. The presenter notes the gun's historical context, its innovative design attempting to blend revolver and semi-automatic features, and its reputation for being delicate and not well-liked at the time of its production, despite being a valuable collector's item today.

This guide details a live-fire test to debunk the common 'slide bite' myth. Expert instructor Scott from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates that while a pistol slide can cause discomfort when thumbs are placed improperly, it is unlikely to break a thumb. The primary consequence observed is the interference with the firearm's cycling mechanism. The test emphasizes safe handling practices and provides practical insights into handgun operation.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, hosted by Ian McCollum, clearly explains the fundamental differences between a firearm's operating system and its locking system. The locking system ensures the breech is sealed during firing, while the operating system manages the cycling of the action for reloading. McCollum uses historical examples like the Luger P08 and Martini-Henry to illustrate various mechanical principles.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of firearm reliability, particularly focusing on how 'limp-wristing' can induce malfunctions in polymer-framed pistols like Glocks. The instructor, JaredAF, demonstrates a testing methodology to compare Glock models against metal-framed alternatives such as the Beretta M9 and CZ-75 D, highlighting the impact of frame material and slide mass on operational reliability under stress.

This video provides a detailed breakdown of the Colt 1900's internal mechanisms, highlighting its historical significance as the first pistol to feature a modern slide. It explains the recoil-operated system, the barrel locking mechanism via lugs and swinging links, and the unique trigger and disconnector interaction. The safety features, including the half-cock hammer and the combination rear sight/safety lever, are also elucidated.

This video demonstrates a rapid fire sequence, or 'mag dump,' of a Barrett M82A1 rifle chambered in .50 BMG. The footage highlights the significant muzzle blast and recoil associated with this powerful platform. The speaker, identified as a firearms enthusiast and lifestyle content creator, showcases proper use of hearing protection and a stable shooting technique on an outdoor range.

This video discusses the Supreme Court's consideration of a challenge to the Trump-era ban on bump stocks. It highlights arguments from gun owners, legal experts, and justices regarding the definition of machine guns under the National Firearms Act and the ATF's authority to reclassify bump stocks. The discussion delves into the mechanics of bump stocks and their potential to increase a semi-automatic rifle's rate of fire to match that of machine guns.

This guide breaks down the mechanics of inertia-driven semi-automatic shotguns, exemplified by the G-Force One. It details how recoil energy is harnessed via a calibrated spring and bolt compression to cycle the action, contrasting it with gas-operated systems. The explanation emphasizes the physics behind the operation, offering insights for intermediate firearm enthusiasts.

The KFI/Silah Impala Plus is a semi-automatic shotgun imported by KFI Firearms, utilizing a modern recoil operation system. It is chambered for 3-inch 12 gauge shells and offers a wide array of configurations, including barrel lengths from 24 to 32 inches and stock options like standard field or Monte Carlo combs. Available in various finishes, including popular camouflage patterns, it is presented as a versatile workhorse for hunters.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare air-cooled MG 08/18, a variant of the German Maxim machine gun. Expert Ian McCollum details its design, historical context, and mechanical differences from its predecessors, highlighting its role as a precursor to later machine gun designs.

This guide details the disassembly of the US Browning M1917 heavy machine gun, based on expert instruction from C&Rsenal. It covers the basic steps of removing the top cover, breech block, and barrel assembly, while highlighting key internal components and the recoil-operated firing mechanism. The video emphasizes the historical significance and technical ingenuity of John Moses Browning's design, particularly its reliability and production efficiency during WWI.