Videos tagged with Simpson Ltd

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Martini-Henry rifle by firearms instructor hickok45. It details the rifle's historical significance as a pioneering breech-loader, its powerful .577/450 cartridge, and its dropping block action. The demonstration highlights its historical accuracy and terminal ballistics, offering insights into the evolution of military firearms.

This video provides an expert-level review of the rare Swiss K31/42 and K31/43 sniper rifles, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The rifles are based on the K31 carbine and feature a unique periscope-style optic designed to maintain a low profile. Key differences between the K31/42 (1.8x magnification) and K31/43 (2.8x magnification) are detailed, along with their mechanical specifications and historical context.

This video offers a tour of Simpson Ltd., a gun shop highlighted for its extensive selection of military and sporting rifles. Notably, Simpson Ltd. is recognized as the largest dealer of Lugers globally. The shop boasts a diverse inventory beyond Lugers, catering to various firearm interests.

This video is a book review of "History Writ in Steel: German Police Markings 1900-1936" by Donald Maus. The book focuses on German police firearms, bayonets, rifles, and holsters from the early 20th century, specifically detailing and explaining the complex and often abbreviated property markings used by German police units during that era. The reviewer highlights the book's value as a resource for identifying the origin of specific firearms based on these markings. The book is available for purchase from Simpson Ltd.