Double-barrelled Flare Gun: The Nambu Type 90, with Firearms Expert Jonathan Ferguson

This video features Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms and Artillery at the Royal Armouries, demonstrating firing at Bisley ranges, in collaboration with FN UK. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, showcases behind-the-scenes content, combat demonstrations, and expert insights. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe for more arms and armour content and support the museum through donations or membership.

This video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries examining a rare sealed pattern musket from Hesse, Germany. He investigates its origins, purpose, and historical context, particularly its connection to Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War. The video also explores the unusual masking tape on the weapon, revealing details about historical curation practices. Ferguson delves into why Britain would seal foreign arms patterns and touches upon its cultural impact, referencing "Sleepy Hollow." The content is aimed at enthusiasts interested in historical firearms and military history.

This video delves into the history and development of the Hovea 44, a firearm originally intended for Swedish "super troopers" but which found its true success in Denmark. Hosted by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson, the content explores the gun's journey from a Swedish design to Danish adoption and refinement. The description also promotes event tickets, Jonathan Ferguson's book on British bullpup firearms, and the Royal Armouries museum through various links and calls to action, encouraging subscriptions and support.

This entry details Winston Churchill's personal Patchett Machine Carbine, an early iteration of the Sterling submachine gun. Expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides insights into its design, historical provenance, and technical distinctions from later Sterling models. The entry also touches upon Churchill's broader influence on post-war British small arms policy and his cultivated public image.

This video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson discussing a unique firearm with a dual history. It delves into the weapon's origins during the Troubles in Northern Ireland and its fictional use by an intergalactic assassin from Star Wars. The content aims to explore the historical and cultural significance of this particular firearm, presented by the Royal Armouries.

This episode of "What is this Weapon" celebrates its 100th installment with a live event at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds, UK. The featured weapon is the Martini Henry grenade launcher, discussed by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson. The video delves into the weapon's controversial history, its connection to the Western Front in 1915, and its association with a "super villain" backstory. The content also covers early grenade launchers, specific models like the Blanch & Chevallier, and the technical workings of the weapon, concluding with a Q&A session.

This video features Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson in a 60-second challenge at the Royal Armouries to find three unique firearms: a Charlton Automatic Rifle, a Schwarzlose Model 1898 pistol, and an early SA80 prototype. They discuss unusual mechanical operations and limited historical impact, highlighting experimental designs like the Sterling 7.62mm prototype and the Mars .45 Automatic Pistol.

The Knight's Armament KS-1, designated L403A1 by the British Army, is a new AR-15 platform rifle adopted for specialized units like the Army Special Operations Brigade and Royal Marines. It features a 13.7-inch barrel, ambidextrous controls, and is equipped with a Vortex 1-10x LPVO and an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 for versatile engagement ranges. The rifle utilizes a KAC QDC/MCQ-PRT suppressor and is part of 'Project Hunter' to enhance interoperability with allied forces.

This video details the armor and weaponry of an 11th-century Norman knight, emphasizing the evolution of protective gear. It covers the padded undergarments, the mail hauberk constructed from thousands of iron rings, and the nasal helmet for head protection. The kite shield offered significant defense, while primary weapons included the lance and a one-handed sword.

This video explores a unique modernization attempt of the Martini-Henry rifle using Captain Harston's Patent Magazine. Jonathan Ferguson details the Mark IV rifle's features and the external magazine's mechanism, designed to convert the single-shot rifle into a five-round repeater. Despite its ingenuity, the system faced issues with reliability, high conversion costs, and was ultimately overshadowed by superior bolt-action designs like the Lee-Metford.