Videos tagged with Romanian Military

This guide details the operation and basic disassembly of the rare Orita Model 1941 submachine gun in its original configuration. Expert Ian McCollum highlights key features like the adjustable sights, safety, and fire selector, while explaining the unique trigger mechanism. Understanding these original features is crucial as most were later modified.

This expert-level guide details the process of converting Romanian Berthier rifles into carbines, a practice undertaken by the Romanian military in the mid-to-late 1930s. It covers essential modifications such as barrel shortening, muzzle sleeving to retain bayonet lugs, front and rear sight adjustments, bolt handle bending, and sling swivel alterations. The information is presented with the authority of Ian McCollum from Forgotten Weapons, drawing on historical context and technical specifics observed at the Romanian National Military Museum.

This guide details the disassembly of the Romanian Orita Model 1941/48 submachine gun, focusing on the process of removing the bolt and recoil spring assembly. It emphasizes the importance of safety checks throughout the procedure. The Orita, designed by Marin Orita, is a blowback-operated SMG known for its robust construction despite its wartime origins.

This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons covers various firearms topics, including the post-WWII use and conversion of the MG34 by Norway, the viability of the MG42/MG3 today, and the differences between prototype and troop trials. Ian McCollum also discusses the challenges of adopting new firearms during wartime and the practicalities of chambering modern handguns in 7.65mm French.

This guide details the disassembly of the Steyr Hahn Model 1912, focusing on identifying variants and conversions, particularly the WWII 9mm Parabellum police models. It highlights the importance of checking specific markings on the barrel and frame. The video features Ian McCollum, demonstrating a high level of expertise in historical firearms and their mechanical intricacies.