The First World War Webley & Scott for air-to-air warfare, with firearms expert, Jonathan Ferguson

The Webley & Scott 1913 Naval Model was a semi-automatic pistol adopted by the British Royal Navy, developed by William John Whiting to handle the challenging .455 rimmed cartridge. It features a recoil-operated locked breech system and a unique magazine disconnect feature requested by the Navy. Production ceased around 1917 due to WWI, making these pistols rare collector's items today.

This video explores the Webley Jurek, a post-war pistol inspired by the Walther P38, designed by Marian Karol Jurek. Despite innovative features like an internal mainspring for a slim grip, it suffered from a heavy 32lb double-action trigger pull and failed British military trials due to complexity and poor performance in harsh conditions. The Browning Hi-Power was ultimately adopted, ending Webley's handgun development.

This YouTube video provides an in-depth look at the British Webley Self-Loader MkI. The content focuses on the historical aspects of this firearm and includes footage of it being fired. It aims to educate viewers on the mechanics and heritage of this particular pistol model.

This video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson examining various iterations of the Webley 'Kaufmann' Improved Government Revolver from the Royal Armouries' collection. Inspired by C&Rsenal, Ferguson delves into the history and design of these revolvers, highlighting the earliest model. The description encourages viewers to check out C&Rsenal for a more in-depth look at the mechanics and provides links for supporting the Royal Armouries and subscribing to their channel for more arms and armour content.

This video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson examining a Webley Mk IV Revolver once owned by the White Star Line, the company that operated the Titanic. Ferguson explores the revolver's markings and history, speculates on its potential connection to specific ships like the Titanic or Olympic, and provides detailed firearm specifications and historical context. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this piece and encourages viewers to support their work and membership.

The Webley Self-Loader Mark I Naval Pattern, a pre-WWI semi-automatic pistol, is examined for its unique design and mechanics. It features a distinctive 'boxy' profile, a heel-mounted magazine release with a single-shot mode, and a captive takedown system. Internally, it utilizes a rising and falling barrel lock via diagonal tracks and an unusual V-spring mainspring.

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.