Thorneycroft to SA80

This video announces the book "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020" by Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms and Artillery at the British Royal Armouries. It highlights the deep history of British bullpup designs, from early concepts to the SA80, featuring insights from firearms expert Ian McCollum and the author. The discussion emphasizes the recurring British interest in the bullpup configuration and its evolution over more than a century.

This video provides an in-depth review of Jonathan Ferguson's book, 'Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms,' published by Headstamp Publishing. The book covers the historical development of British bullpup firearms from 1901 to 2020, detailing iconic models like the Thorneycroft, E.M. 2, and the SA80 series, including its modern A3 variant. The review highlights the book's extensive research, technical detail, and comprehensive appendices, making it a valuable resource for firearms historians and enthusiasts.

This livestream finale celebrates the successful Kickstarter for Jonathan Ferguson's book 'Thornycroft SA80: British Bullpup Firearms.' The discussion delves into the history and technical aspects of British bullpup designs, particularly the EM2 rifle, comparing it to contemporaries like the FAL and exploring its potential adoption. Experts discuss manufacturing processes, design complexities, and the evolution of British small arms.

This video explores the Steyr AUG rifle, specifically addressing its classification as a Light Machine Gun (LMG). The description clarifies that the displayed rifle was in semi-automatic mode, which is a crucial detail for understanding its operational context and potential role. The content aims to educate viewers on the characteristics that might lead to the AUG being considered an LMG, while also differentiating it from typical fully automatic LMGs.

The IWI X95, also known as the 'Hebrew Hammer,' is a compact bullpup rifle favored by the IDF. This review highlights its 13-inch barrel configuration, ambidextrous design, and effective performance with an OSS suppressor, making it suitable for CQB and general use.

This video explores the historical development and adoption of the British SA80 bullpup rifle, detailing its lineage from post-WWII intermediate caliber experiments and the EM2 rifle. It covers the reasons for its adoption, the challenges faced during its development and early service life, and the subsequent upgrades that have led to its continued use by the British military.

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.