Videos tagged with Tullio Marengoni

This guide details the disassembly of the Beretta M1918 carbine, focusing on its delayed blowback action. It covers removing the receiver plug, recoil spring, and bolt assembly, highlighting the unique bolt rotation mechanism. The information is presented with expert insight from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons.

This video segment from American Rifleman Television's "I Have This Old Gun" series focuses on the historical Beretta Model 1938 submachine gun. It details the M1938's lineage from the Villar Perosa and its development by Tullio Marengoni. The description highlights its open-bolt, direct-blowback action, distinctive wooden stock, ventilated barrel shroud, and dual triggers for full-auto and burst fire. The evolution of the design through various models, including the 1938A and the simplified 38/42, is explained, along with its extensive use by Italian forces in WWII and by German forces as the MP 738(i) after Italy's surrender. The video also touches on the M1938's influence on the later Beretta M12.

This guide details the field stripping and operational overview of the Beretta Model 1918/30 carbine, as presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the unique ring-style charging handle, bottom-feeding mechanism, and the critical ammunition warning. The disassembly process highlights the closed-bolt, hammer-fired system and captive recoil spring. This information is valuable for collectors and historians interested in early semi-automatic firearm development.

This guide details the disassembly of the Beretta Model 1915, the first automatic pistol from Beretta, designed by Tullio Marengoni. It covers identifying key features like the dual manual safeties and open-sided magazine, and provides a look at the internal mechanics, including the unique hammer safety flap and internal spring buffer. The information is presented with the high authority of Ian McCollum from Forgotten Weapons.