Online lecture | Rifles of the Iron Emir

This video delves into the history and types of Martini-Henry rifles produced by the Kabul Arsenal in Afghanistan, primarily between 1893 and 1923. It highlights the arsenal's establishment under the Emir, its reliance on British designs and support, and the evolution of its production. The discussion covers seven main types of rifles and sub-varieties, detailing their chronological progression and distinguishing features, while also addressing the challenges of identifying authentic pieces versus fakes.

This Q&A session from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide range of firearms topics. Ian McCollum discusses the viability of intermediate cartridges in WWII, the persistence of stripper clips, and the military's response to body armor. He also delves into the history of rotary cannons, the underrated contributions of John Petterson, and the effectiveness of the M1 Garand in modern scenarios. The discussion extends to modern handgun preferences, the nuances of semi-auto machine gun conversions, and the challenges of fake firearms in the collector market.

This video announces the launch of Headstamp Publishing, a new publishing company specializing in small arms and military technology books. The founders aim to create high-quality, artful publications combining historical research with excellent photography and editing. They mention their first book will be on French military rifles, with future titles planned for British bullpup rifles and the history of the Kabul Arsenal. The company is also open to collaborating with authors to produce definitive books on their subjects. Viewers are encouraged to visit their website and sign up for their newsletter.

This video offers a store tour of Atlanta Cutlery from Spring 2013. The content focuses on knives and a special segment showcasing Nepalese Cache weapons. The creator expresses plans to visit other Georgia-based companies in the future and thanks Atlanta Cutlery for their hospitality. Specific items like Martini Henry rifles, Snider rifles, a Red Damascus Katana, and a throwing tomahawk are mentioned and linked. The video emphasizes its documentary, educational, and entertainment purpose, adhering to guidelines for professional video production and disclaimers regarding firearm use and safety.

Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries present a challenge to find three unique firearms based on appearance, mechanical oddity, and historical impact. They showcase experimental and rare pieces like the Charlton Automatic Rifle, Sterling 7.62mm prototype, Schwarzlose Model 1898, Gabbett-Fairfax Mars pistol, an SA80 prototype, and a BSA Machine Carbine, highlighting their unusual mechanisms and limited adoption.

This entry details the Knight's Armament KS-1 (L403A1), the British Army's new Alternative Individual Weapon, adopted under Project Hunter. Expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides an in-depth look at its features, intended use for specialized units, and its role in supplementing existing platforms like the SA80.

This guide details the process of arming an 11th-century Norman knight, as explained by an institutional expert from the Royal Armouries. It covers the sequence of donning essential protective gear, including padded undergarments, a mail hauberk, a nasal helmet, and a kite shield, emphasizing weight distribution and historical construction techniques.

This guide details the installation and operation of the Harston's Patent Mark IV magazine, a rare modification designed to convert the single-shot Martini-Henry rifle into a repeater. Expert Jonathan Ferguson explains the mechanism, its inventor Captain Charles Gravelle Harston, and the historical context of its development. The guide covers fitting the magazine, the cycling process for feeding rounds, and the use of the cutoff device for single-shot operation, while also noting potential reliability issues and the high conversion cost.