Bazooka Business: How the Famous Anti-Tank Weapon Worked

This video provides a concise overview of the Thompson M1A1, highlighting its role as the last, cheapest, and slowest-firing US military SMG in WWII, chambered in .45 ACP. It details its standardization in 1942, production cost of $45, and operational features like the open-bolt design and selector switches for semi-auto and full-auto fire. The video also touches on magazine reloading convenience and its bolt hold-open feature, noting a rate of fire between 600-700 RPM.

This YouTube video, "More WWII Tommy Gun Tales," is episode #191 of the GUNS Magazine Podcast. The episode features discussions and stories related to the iconic Tommy Gun from World War II. The podcast is sponsored by 4Patriots, promoting their Solar Go-Fridge, and Creedmoor Sports, a supplier for precision shooting enthusiasts. The content focuses on historical firearms and potentially their applications or legacy.

This "Throwback Thursday" episode features Dolf Goldsmith, a veteran of the NFA shooting community since the 1950s, sharing his reminiscences and stories about destructive devices. The video highlights his extensive knowledge and passion for firearms, particularly those with historical significance. It references specific incidents and ordnance, including a Bazooka attack on the UN, a 20mm Lahti bank robbery, and Finnish 82mm mortars, providing links for further information and Dolf's published works.

This Q&A session covers a wide array of firearms topics, including belt-fed ARs, historical military cartridges like the .276 and 7.62 NATO, and Finnish cartridge choices. The discussion delves into guns with built-in recoil absorption, a deep dive on Krnka pistols, and the practicality of night sights like the Vampir. It explores whether countries can arm armies with surplus firearms, examines French semi-auto prototypes from the 1920s-30s, and touches on CCW handguns with historical significance. Obsolete yet viable rounds, Pedersen Device reproductions, and the best military bolt-action rifle are also discussed, along with the Lewis gun's cooling mechanism and the Spencer versus Henry rifle. Other topics include belt types, military rifle sights, the shift from stamped metal to polymer, burst firing mechanisms, essential reference books, Bazookas versus rifle grenades, favorite WWII rifles, and the availability of surpus SMGs. The video also touches on Australian post-WWII military designs, stripper clips for the Bergmann 1910/21, hypothetical firearms collections in the UK, and personal firearms experiences.

This video features Dolf Goldsmith discussing "Destructive Devices" and their impact on public awareness. It highlights a specific incident where a Lahti was sought by the New York police, likely related to a bazooka firing at the UN, as reported in the New York Times. The description also connects a bank robbery, which apparently involved such devices, to the inspiration for the 1974 film "Thunderbolt and Lightfoot."

This TFBTV episode identifies the top 5 most reliable firearms across different categories: Glock (handgun), Uzi (SMG), Mauser 98 (bolt-action), Remington 870 (shotgun), and Galil (self-loading rifle). The selections prioritize mechanical simplicity, proven track records, and resilience in harsh conditions, often outperforming more complex designs. The video highlights specific features contributing to their reliability, such as the Uzi's single moving part and the Galil's robust construction.

This review highlights five hilariously impractical firearms for concealed carry. It details the slow, complex loading of black powder firearms, the impractical size of the Mauser C96 and full-size .22 pistols for concealment, and the dangerous accidental discharge flaw in the Type 94 Nambu. The video emphasizes that while historically significant, these guns are unsuitable for modern self-defense.

The Ruger Mini-14 offers distinct advantages over the AR-15, including a lower profile, better stock trigger on modern variants, superior maneuverability with folding stocks, a longer sight radius, and a cleaner piston operating system. Modern Mini-14s also boast improved accuracy (around 2 MOA), cold hammer-forged barrels for durability, and optional all-stainless construction for corrosion resistance. While the AR-15 remains more modular and generally cheaper, the Mini-14 excels in specific areas.

This TFBTV episode reviews five excellent surplus rifles available for under $500, focusing on historical significance and affordability. Featured firearms include the Lee Enfield, Yugoslavian Mauser 98, Swiss K31, MAS 49/56, and a debate between the SKS and Mosin Nagant for the final spot. The discussion highlights unique actions, historical context, and the availability of surplus ammunition.