Videos tagged with SIG 510

This video announces the release and details the contents of the book 'Small Arms of the Cold War: Battle Rifles of NATO' by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The book covers major NATO battle rifles and associated firearms from the early Cold War period, including precursors and less common examples. It features extensive photography and aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these iconic weapons.

This entry details the book 'Small Arms of the Cold War: Battle Rifles of NATO' by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers over 60 authentic battle rifles from NATO and Western democracies, focusing on the period from the 1950s to the 1980s. The book features detailed information on iconic firearms like the FN FAL, G3, M14, and AR-10, alongside lesser-known variants and prototypes, drawing from museum collections worldwide.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly of the Stgw.57 / PE57 rifle, a complex firearm known for its roller-delayed blowback system and unique chamber design. Expert instructor Tim provides a high-level overview of the disassembly process, emphasizing the intricate components like the fluted chamber and bolt bounce reduction ring. Proper reassembly requires careful attention to the offset firing pin and bolt carrier group orientation.

This video provides an in-depth review of the SIG AMT (American Match Target), a semi-automatic variant of the Swiss SIG 510/Sturm Gewehr 57. It details the rifle's roller-assisted delayed blowback action, its Swiss origins, and unique features like the 'beer keg' cocking handle, loaded chamber indicator, fluted chambers, and a flexible buttstock designed for rifle grenade use. The review also touches upon its export history, including attempts to interest Finland and its limited importation into the US, highlighting its high cost and exceptional craftsmanship as reasons for its scarcity and collector value.

This guide details the process of testing the full-auto capability of the customized Stgw 57, dubbed the 'Rico Special.' It emphasizes safety precautions due to the extreme muzzle flash and concussion, the use of double hearing protection, and the effectiveness of the custom muzzle brake in maintaining control during rapid fire. The guide is based on expert insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlighting his high authority level and detailed knowledge of Swiss service rifle variants.

This entry details the SIG PE-57, the civilian variant of the Swiss Stgw 57 (SIG 510). It covers the rifle's development from MG-42 designs, its robust roller-delayed blowback action, and unique features like a base-first ejection system and a 'winter trigger'. The guide provides steps for bolt disassembly, emphasizing the mechanics of the roller-delay system. Expert insights highlight its overbuilt nature compared to other roller-delayed firearms and its soft-shooting characteristics.

This guide details the complex disassembly and internal mechanism inspection of several historically significant firearms, including the Mauser G41(M), Nagant M1895, Boberg XR9-S, SIG 510, and Mauser C96. The video highlights unique engineering solutions and the challenges associated with their intricate designs, as explained by an expert with deep mechanical understanding.