Videos tagged with Small Arms Development

This video announces the launch of the book 'Forged in Snow: Finnish Small Arms 1917-2025' on Kickstarter. The book covers the development, service use, varieties, and markings of distinctively Finnish firearms, aiming to fill a gap in English-language resources for collectors and historians.

This Q&A session with Ian McCollum delves into the history and evolution of Finnish small arms, from early Berdan rifles to the modern Sako M23. It covers iconic firearms like the Suomi KP/-31 submachine gun, comparing it to Soviet designs, and discusses the development of Finnish assault rifles like the RK 62 and RK 95. The discussion also touches upon Finnish Maxim machine guns and the adoption of new Sako platforms.

This video delves into the developmental history of the AK rifle, tracing its origins from early Soviet automatic weapons and the influence of German designs like the MKb-42(H). It highlights the post-war trials, the competition between designers like Kalashnikov, Simonov, and others, and debunks myths about foreign design influence on the AK. The evolution from the AK-47 to the AKM is also covered, emphasizing the design choices that led to the AK's legendary reliability.

This Q&A session with Nic Jenzen-Jones of ARES Armament Research Services delves into various aspects of small arms and heavy weapons in modern conflict zones. Topics range from Russian 5.45mm ammunition developments and the role of heavy weapons in illicit trade to insurgent ammunition supply chains, the resurgence of 7.62 NATO rifles, and surprising weapon finds in conflict areas. The discussion also touches upon the production capabilities of non-state actors, the effectiveness of improvised weapons, and the ongoing debate about the future of military rifle calibers.

This video features John Garand discussing the historical development of rifles at Springfield Armory, culminating in the M1 rifle. He highlights key evolutionary stages from flintlock muzzleloaders to the gas-piston operated M1, emphasizing the research and government investment involved. Garand also touches on the manufacturing process, specifically the receiver forging, and suggests future directions for lighter rifles.