Q&A 58: Tenuous Travel, Time Travel Investment, and 7.65 French Magnum

Published on February 23, 2022
Duration: 59:24

This video features Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical small arms, discussing a variety of firearms topics. Key takeaways include comparisons of historical and modern cartridges like the .30 Super Carry and 7.65 French Long, insights into firearm design choices such as gas tube functionality and magazine placement, and advice on investing in collectible firearms. McCollum also touches on the evolution of firearms in response to threats like tanks and the current golden age of affordable handguns.

Quick Summary

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons explains that the .30 Super Carry cartridge achieves 9mm-like performance in subcompact pistols by operating at significantly higher pressures (up to 52,000 PSI), offering superior modern ballistics compared to historical cartridges like the 7.65 French Long.

Chapters

  1. 00:25Redoing Old Videos
  2. 03:05MKB-42(H) vs STG-44 Gas Tubes
  3. 04:15Rimmed vs Rimless Shotgun Shells
  4. 06:54Tenuous Travel Stories
  5. 09:45Left-Handed Conversions
  6. 11:20.30 Super Carry vs 7.65 French Long
  7. 14:04PCC Magazine Placement
  8. 17:25Double Action Strikers on Rifles
  9. 19:06Alternative Carry Choices
  10. 21:41Future of Affordable Handguns
  11. 23:31Folding Stock Designs
  12. 25:23Armor Impact on WWI Small Arms
  13. 28:38Tales of the Gun
  14. 30:38Time Travel Investment
  15. 36:50Guns Without Serial Numbers
  16. 39:03Full Auto M1 Carbines
  17. 40:38Browning 1919A4 as a SAW
  18. 46:38Spinners in Competition
  19. 51:13Electronic Ammo Counters
  20. 54:51Biathlon Rifle Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the MKB-42(H) and the STG-44 regarding their gas systems?

The MKB-42(H) featured a gas expansion chamber above the barrel to smooth operation, but this was found unnecessary and removed in the STG-44 to simplify manufacturing, making the STG-44 a more refined design.

How does the .30 Super Carry cartridge compare to the 7.65 French Long?

While dimensionally similar, the .30 Super Carry operates at much higher pressures (up to 52,000 PSI) to achieve 9mm-like performance from subcompact barrels, offering superior modern ballistics.

What are the advantages of forward-mounted magazines in PCCs and SMGs?

Forward-mounted magazines in PCCs and SMGs offer better ergonomics, compatibility with high-capacity drum or curved magazines, and allow for longer receiver tubes that can help reduce felt recoil.

Are firearms without serial numbers legal?

Yes, firearms manufactured in the US before 1968 were not required to have serial numbers and are legal to sell. Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) record these as 'NSN' (No Serial Number).

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