Videos tagged with Reising M55

This review delves into the Reising M55, a WWII submachine gun developed as a cheaper alternative to the Thompson. While it saw limited Marine service, reliability issues in harsh conditions led to its phasing out. The M55 features a unique under-forend charging handle, a folding paratrooper stock, and fires .45 ACP with 20-round magazines. The video also touches on model variations like the M50 and M60, and includes range testing.

The Reising M55 submachine gun, developed by Harrington & Richardson, was adopted by the US Marine Corps during WWII to supplement Thompson SMGs. While lighter and firing from a closed bolt for accuracy, it suffered from poor corrosion resistance, a dirt-sensitive delayed blowback system, and non-interchangeable parts. The M55 variant featured a folding stock for paratroopers and tank crews, differing from the M50's wooden stock.