Videos tagged with Rock Island Auction Company

This video details the extremely rare .30-06 Thompson Submachine Gun prototype, a one-of-a-kind firearm previously considered mythical. Expert Brandon Herrera provides an in-depth look at its unique features, including a modified BAR magazine and a complex colleted bolt friction-delay system designed for the higher pressure .30-06 cartridge. The prototype's historical context and auction results are also discussed, highlighting its significance as a museum-quality artifact.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Barrett M82A1, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The M82A1 is detailed as an anti-materiel and EOD rifle, not primarily a sniper weapon, with typical accuracy around 3 MOA. Its semi-automatic design prioritizes sustained fire over pinpoint precision.

This guide details the assembly and operational considerations for the M3 Infrared Sniper Carbine kit, a specialized night vision system mounted on an M1 Carbine. It covers the components, power requirements, effective range, and tactical applications, drawing on expert historical knowledge. The system's unique high-voltage transformer and its use in defensive roles during WWII and Korea are highlighted.

This guide details the unique gravity-feeding mechanism of the Colette Gravity Pistol, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers the specific 'Rocket Ball' ammunition and the vertical breech block operation. The process involves tilting the muzzle to load and cocking the hammer to seal the chamber, highlighting a rare and complex action type.

This video from Brownells, filmed at Rock Island Auction Company, provides an expert look at two significant WWII German rifles: the StG 44 and the Volkssturmgewehr 1-5. The hosts detail the StG 44's advanced design, its influence on modern firearms like the AR-15 and AK-47, and its unique 8mm Kurz caliber optic. They also cover the Volkssturmgewehr 1-5 as a 'last ditch' weapon, highlighting its gas-delayed blowback system and compatibility with StG 44 magazines. The presentation showcases deep historical and technical knowledge of these rare firearms.

This guide breaks down the key differences between infantry, hunting, and sniper rifles, all chambered in .308. It highlights how design features like barrel thickness, weight, and fluting directly impact their intended use, ranging from portable infantry platforms to highly accurate precision shooting tools. The information is presented with an instructional tone from an experienced individual, as evidenced by their tactical gear and detailed explanations.

This guide details a military sniper tactic for remaining undetected during a shot, as explained by an experienced instructor. It involves using suppressive machine gun fire to mask the sound of a single precision rifle shot, a technique observed in environments like Iraq. The video showcases a .308 precision rifle, though it notes that military sniper rifles often use larger calibers like 50 BMG.

This video from Brownells' 'From the Vault' series showcases a rare Deluxe Winchester Model 1886 chambered in .45-70. Presented by experts from Rock Island Auction Company, the rifle is notable for its special order features, including a deluxe wood stock with choice checkering, a Lyman peep sight, and a distinctive half-round, half-octagon barrel. Its most significant aspect is its historical provenance, having been part of the 'Send a Gun to Britain' campaign during WWII and returned with a commemorative plaque.

This Gun Talk Nation episode features Ryan Gresham interviewing Joel Kolander from Rock Island Auction Company. The discussion focuses on premium gun auctions, highlighting notable items like Ulysses S. Grant's revolvers and Han Solo's blaster, alongside more accessible firearms. The video promotes Rock Island Auction Company as a leading firearms auction house and is sponsored by Franklin Armory, SIG SAUER, Ruger, and Springfield Armory. It also directs viewers to subscribe for more content across various platforms.

This video from BIG MAN with GUN, featuring insights from a firearms expert with high authority, explores the four most expensive guns sold by Rock Island Auction Company. It details the historical significance, craftsmanship, and auction prices of pieces like the Millikin Dragoon, Colt Walker, Napoleon Presentation Garniture, and Ulysses S. Grant's Remington Revolvers, highlighting the value placed on rare and historically important firearms.

This guide details the installation and basic operation of the extremely rare Pedersen Device, a WWI-era conversion for the M1903 Mark 1 Springfield rifle. Experts from Brownells explain how the device transforms the bolt-action rifle into a semi-automatic, blowback-operated firearm chambered in the proprietary .30 Pedersen cartridge, emphasizing the significant modifications required for the rifle and the device's unique 40-round magazine system. The rarity of surviving units is also highlighted.

This 'From the Vault' episode from Brownells showcases two Finnish Valmet rifles: the M76 and the M82. The M76 is presented as a modernized, civilian-available interpretation of the AK platform, featuring improvements like an extended sight radius and a tritium night sight. The M82 is highlighted as a rare bullpup variant developed for paratroopers, noted for its limited production and user-friendliness challenges.