ARTV Preview: Kel-Tec Innovation; Winchester XPR Hunter; Danish Madsen Submachine Gun

Published on January 8, 2019
Duration: 3:30

This video provides insights into the early career and design philosophy of a firearm engineer, tracing his lineage from a military family and his own engineering studies. It highlights the development of early firearms like the Grendel SRT rifle and the Kel-Tec P11 pistol, emphasizing the innovative spirit and technical challenges faced in the industry.

Quick Summary

The Kel-Tec P11 pistol, a concealed carry handgun with a 10-round magazine, achieved market success due to its timely introduction. The speaker also discusses the Grendel SRT rifle, built on a Seiko A2 action, and his early involvement in firearm manufacturing companies like Intra Tech.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Military Family and Early Shooting
  2. 00:47Father's Influence: George Caldron and Gun Design
  3. 01:44Early Career: Intra Tech and Grendel Incorporated
  4. 02:37Founding Kel-Tec and the P11 Pistol
  5. 03:20Watch Full Episode

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Grendel SRT rifle?

The Grendel SRT rifle was a folding stock rifle that was built on a Seiko A2 action. Its production was affected when Seiko stopped manufacturing the A2 action.

What made the Kel-Tec P11 pistol successful?

The Kel-Tec P11 pistol, designed as a concealed carry handgun with a 10-round magazine, was successful because it was ready for market when demand for such firearms was high and competitors were not yet prepared.

How did the speaker get into firearm design?

The speaker grew up with firearm design as his father, George Caldron, was an engineer who worked on gun design. He also pursued engineering studies after serving in the Navy.

What were some early firearm companies the speaker was involved with?

The speaker was involved with 'Intra Tech' after licensing firearm manufacturing, and later founded Grendel Incorporated, which produced the SRT rifle, and then established Kel-Tec.

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