Videos tagged with Shanghai Municipal Police

This entry details William Fairbairn's revolutionary tactical training methods developed for the Shanghai Municipal Police. It covers his evolution from traditional marksmanship to 'instinctive' or 'point' shooting, emphasizing rapid deployment and target acquisition under stress. The content also touches upon the creation of the world's first SWAT team and innovative tactical gear, drawing from the expertise of firearms historian Ian McCollum.

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 guide details techniques for competing with a modified Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It emphasizes Fairbairn's 'instinctive shooting' philosophy, focusing on speed and aggression in various simulated self-defense and competition scenarios. The instruction highlights practical application of period-correct modifications for faster deployment and effective close-quarters engagement.

This guide details the specific modifications made to a Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless for the Shanghai Municipal Police, as presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers unique markings, the addition of a lanyard loop, a set screw for the safety, a barrel pressure spring, and magazine alterations for enhanced reliability and tactical carry, reflecting the innovative approach of William Fairbairn.