Confiscated Homemade Poachers' Guns from Zimbabwe

Published on October 2, 2025
Duration: 1:06

This video examines two confiscated homemade firearms used by poachers in Zimbabwe. One is a crude percussion gun with a hammered barrel and hand-crafted lock components. The other is a slam-fire device designed to fire shotgun shells, featuring a basic safety cover with a rubber seal to mitigate gas exposure.

Quick Summary

Confiscated homemade firearms from Zimbabwe poachers include a percussion gun with a hammered barrel and hand-crafted parts, and a slam-fire shotgun device. The shotgun device uses a rubber seal on its safety cover to manage gas pressure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Poachers' Guns
  2. 00:13Homemade Percussion Gun Analysis
  3. 00:37Homemade Shotgun Shell Device

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of homemade firearms were confiscated from poachers in Zimbabwe?

Two main types of confiscated firearms were examined: a crude percussion gun with a hand-crafted lock and hammered barrel, and a slam-fire device designed to fire shotgun shells, featuring a basic safety cover.

How were the barrels of the homemade percussion guns constructed?

The barrels of the homemade percussion guns were notably constructed from metal that was hammered into shape, rather than being manufactured through conventional boring or rifling processes.

What safety features were present on the homemade shotgun shell device?

The shotgun shell device featured a slam-fire mechanism and a hinged safety cover. This cover included a rubber seal, likely intended to mitigate gas leakage and protect the shooter from blowback.

Who analyzed the confiscated poacher firearms from Zimbabwe?

The confiscated firearms were analyzed by Ian McCollum on the 'Forgotten Weapons' YouTube channel, showcasing their improvised nature and construction methods.

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