Bommarito: America’s First Toggle-Locked Battle Rifle

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the rare Bommarito toggle-locked rifle prototype, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the removal of the handguard and barrel, and provides an in-depth look at the unique toggle action, magazine system, and safety features. The analysis highlights the historical context of early semi-automatic rifle development and the specific challenges faced by this innovative design.

This video provides an expert-level guide to field stripping the rare Stamm-Saurer Model 1916 light machine gun, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The process details the unique disassembly steps required for this experimental Swiss firearm, including the separation of receiver halves and inspection of the bolt mechanism. It highlights the historical context and technical intricacies of a firearm designed by Hans Stamm.

This guide details the internal cycling of the Madsen M1896 Flaadens Rekylgevær, a unique early semi-automatic rifle. It explains the short recoil operation, the falling block mechanism, and the gravity-fed magazine system, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. The video provides expert-level insight into historical firearm design.

This guide details the operation of the Volcanic Repeating Pistol's unique lever-action toggle-lock mechanism. It covers the steps for cycling the action, from opening and recocking to chambering a round, emphasizing safety throughout. The Volcanic's design laid the groundwork for later iconic lever-action rifles like the Henry and Winchester.

This expert-level entry details the complex operation of the Roth Steyr 1907 pistol, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the unique locked breach rotating barrel and short recoil system, emphasizing the barrel's rotation during closure and the striker indicator's role in cycling and half-cocking. The information is derived from a detailed analysis of the firearm's mechanics.

This guide details the disassembly and mechanical overview of the Gast Machine Gun, a WWI-era twin-barrel aircraft weapon. It covers accessing internal components, identifying key parts like the rocker mechanism and barrel extensions, and understanding its short-recoil operation. The information is presented with a high level of mechanical detail, suitable for advanced users.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.