Caseless cartridge demonstration model

This video details the 'junkyard prototyping' failures and successes of the AK-50 V2. Key issues included cam groove and lug failures, under-gassed operation requiring port drilling, and magazine disengagement due to recoil. Thermal expansion also caused sluggishness. Redesigned parts with improved geometry and heat treatment are shown for the next iteration.

This guide details the mechanical intricacies of Edward Lindner's improbable tube-fed, striker-fired, caseless ammo revolver proof-of-concept. It covers the multi-step cocking cycle, the rack and pinion feeding system, the automatic percussion cap magazine, and the design's inherent limitations as a non-firing model. The analysis highlights Lindner's innovative, albeit complex, approach to firearm design in the mid-19th century.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Guycot 40-shot Chain Pistol from the 1870s, presented by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It details the unique double-action, chain-fed mechanism, its caseless Rocket Ball ammunition, and its historical context. The guide covers the complex loading procedure and highlights the firearm's limitations, such as its underpowered ammunition despite its high capacity.

This live stream features a discussion between Evan Jones and the host of Hoffman Tactical about the development and scene of 3D-printed firearms and home-built weapon systems. They delve into the challenges and possibilities of creating accessible, DIY firearms, exploring concepts like flywheel delayed blowback, caseless ammunition, and advanced feeding mechanisms. The conversation highlights the trade-offs between accessibility and performance, the importance of user-friendliness for global adoption, and the innovative approaches being taken in the DIY firearms community.

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.