Videos tagged with Rotary-Action

This entry details the MGD PM9, an unusual 9mm submachine gun featuring a unique rotary-action powered by a clock spring. Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates its highly compact folding capability and explains the innovative internal mechanism that eliminates the need for a traditional heavy buffer spring. The design allows for rapid deployment from its folded state, emphasizing its portability and unique engineering.

This video explores Darnes shotguns, a French gunmaker renowned for their unique fixed breech designs, specifically the sliding breech and rotary actions. While acknowledging their minimal practical application and slow operation, the presenter highlights their aesthetic appeal, intricate craftsmanship, and surprising value, with some models fetching under £2,000 at auction despite extensive hand engraving and finishing. The video contrasts these with more conventional hinge-pin shotguns, suggesting Darnes offers a distinct alternative for collectors and enthusiasts.

This guide details the disassembly of the MGD PM9 submachine gun, highlighting its unique rotary recoil system and internal mechanisms. It covers field stripping, identifying key components like the rotary lug and sear engagement, and the integrated cleaning rod. The information is presented with the analytical depth expected from an expert like Ian McCollum.