Videos tagged with Simple Blowback

This video details the Astra 400, a Spanish service pistol used in the Spanish Civil War. It highlights the firearm's simple blowback action, its use of 9mm Largo ammunition, and demonstrates live fire. The presenter showcases markings and discusses the pistol's historical significance.

This guide details the disassembly and operational mechanics of the FN P90, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the simple blowback action, the unique rotary magazine feeding system, ambidextrous controls, and the bottom-ejection port. The P90's design emphasizes a compact, lightweight platform for its intended role as a Personal Defense Weapon.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Colt SMG (Model 635), a 9mm submachine gun based on the AR-15 platform. It covers the removal of key components like the bolt carrier group, buffer, recoil spring, bolt, and charging handle. The information is presented with a high level of technical detail, reflecting the expertise of the presenter.

This video explores the enduring popularity of simple blowback firearms, particularly Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs), by comparing classic designs like the Uzi and Sterling to modern iterations such as the B&T APC9 and Daniel Defense PCC. The discussion highlights the trade-offs between the simplicity and affordability of blowback systems and the recoil reduction offered by more complex delayed-blowback or roller-delayed systems. It emphasizes how modern designs incorporate features like hydraulic buffers to improve shootability and controllability.

This entry details the experimental CZ247 submachine gun from Czechoslovakia, featuring a unique swivel-action receiver and a progressive trigger. Expert Ian McCollum provides a technical breakdown of its simple blowback, open bolt operation, and innovative design elements aimed at maintaining accuracy. The explanation covers the charging handle, the rotating receiver tube, and the fixed sight system, offering insights into a rare piece of firearms history.

This video demonstrates the operational capabilities of the Heckler & Koch UMP-45, including weapon inspection, loading procedures, semi-automatic and full-automatic firing techniques, and efficient tactical reloads. The instructor, exhibiting high authority and expertise, showcases safe firearm handling and controlled rapid fire strings on an outdoor range.

This video provides a comparative analysis of classic Heckler & Koch firearms like the MP5 and HK93 against their polymer-based successors, the G36 and UMP/USC. The discussion highlights differences in operating systems (roller-delayed blowback vs. gas piston vs. simple blowback), material construction (metal stampings vs. extensive polymers), and ergonomics. The presenter expresses a preference for the older roller-delayed designs due to their perceived superior shooting characteristics and durability, while acknowledging the lightweight advantage of polymer firearms.

This video provides an in-depth look at the PSA/H&R clone of the Department of Energy's Colt 9mm SMG (Model 633). Expert Ian McCollum details the history, technical specifications, and performance of this retro firearm. The guide covers disassembly into major components, highlighting unique features like the modified Uzi magazines and folding front sight. It's presented as a historically accurate reproduction with modern manufacturing quality.

This video introduces the 'Divided Matter' PCC from Lucansky Arms, a new generation PCC developed in the Czech Republic. It highlights the firearm's ambidextrous controls, AR-style ergonomics, and a unique 'divided matter' bolt carrier group designed to reduce felt recoil. The PCC is slated for a SHOT Show 2025 launch and aims to compete in the market segment occupied by the CZ Scorpion and Stribog.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of the Makarov pistol, detailing its history, design, and shooting characteristics. It highlights the pistol's robust simple blowback action, its 9x18mm Makarov caliber, and its single-action/double-action trigger mechanism. The review also touches on its capacity limitations and its suitability for collection and range use, with practical shooting impressions from the range.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Arsenal Tallinn SMG, an obscure submachine gun from interwar Estonia. The process involves opening the receiver, removing the bolt and recoil spring assembly, and then disassembling the firing pin. The design shares similarities with the German MP18.

This guide details the disassembly of the Heckler & Koch USC, the civilian variant of the UMP submachine gun. It covers removing receiver screws, analyzing the polymer fire control group, and examining the unique two-piece firing pin safety mechanism. The video emphasizes the USC's design for US import compliance and its role as a base for UMP clone builds, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons.