Videos tagged with Shanghai Municipal Police

This video explores William Fairbairn's foundational role in creating modern SWAT tactics within the Shanghai Municipal Police. It details his innovations in practical shooting, the development of the 'Mystery House' shoot house, and the formation of the world's first SWAT team, the Reserve Unit. The content also touches upon his martial arts background and the specialized equipment developed for the unit.

This video provides an update on the "Pistols of the Warlords" Kickstarter campaign, highlighting recent stretch goal achievements. The update announces the addition of four new content and artistic elements to the project: a profile on Zhang Zongchang (the "Dogmeat General"), a section dedicated to W.E. Fairbairn and the Shanghai Municipal Police, a custom frontispiece illustration, and a custom bookmark ribbon. The description emphasizes that more significant stretch goals are still anticipated, encouraging continued support for the campaign.

This video provides an update on the "Pistols of the Warlords" Kickstarter project, announcing the achievement of several stretch goals. These include custom endpapers for the book, an expanded section on revolvers, and the inclusion of Ex Libris labels. The update also teases upcoming content, such as a profile of the "Dogmeat General" and a section dedicated to the Shanghai Municipal Police. The project is receiving significant interest, leading to the unlocking of these additional features.

This video showcases a Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless, modified by William Fairbairn for the Shanghai Municipal Police, in a modern competition setting. Ian McCollum demonstrates Fairbairn's 'instinctive shooting' philosophy, emphasizing speed and aggression over precision in close-quarters scenarios. Despite the vintage design and modified safety features, the pistol proves effective across various challenging stages, highlighting its historical significance and practical carry potential.

This video details a rare Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless modified for the Shanghai Municipal Police (SMP), a force led by William Fairbairn. The pistol features unique modifications like a set screw to disable the safety and a barrel pressure spring, reflecting Fairbairn's extensive combat experience and tactical innovations. These changes aimed to improve reliability and combat effectiveness in a challenging environment.