This entry details the crude but functional slamfire guerrilla shotguns produced by Richardson Industries in the Philippines. These firearms utilize a simple design with two concentric tubes, where the inner barrel is slammed back against a fixed firing pin to discharge a shell. The construction emphasizes extreme simplicity and ease of manufacture.
This entry details the Richardson Industries Slamfire Guerrilla Shotguns, including the 'Philippine Guerrilla Gun (Simple)' and the 'Model R5'. It covers their historical context, originating from WWII guerrilla tactics and later commercialized by Iliff David Richardson. The technical specifications, including the slamfire action, 12 gauge caliber, and single-round capacity, are outlined. The guide provides basic operational insights for both models, emphasizing their crude but functional design and historical significance.
The Richardson Industries 'Guerilla Gun' is a 12-gauge shotgun based on crude pipe guns used by Filipino guerrillas during WWII. It features a simple pipe-based receiver and barrel with a slam-fire mechanism. A unique safety involves a cam connected to the trigger that prevents the barrel from sliding back when the trigger is forward.
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