Experimental Gras-Vetterli Repeating Rifle

This guide details the disassembly and internal mechanism of the Madsen M1888 Forsøgsrekylgevær, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers accessing the falling block bolt, the unique feed and ejection cycle, and the integral bayonet. The information is derived from an expert examination of a rare museum specimen, highlighting the rifle's experimental nature and historical significance as potentially the first semi-automatic rifle in military service.

This guide details the modifications and historical journey of the Spanish Gewehr 98, originally a German WWI rifle. Expert analysis covers its transition from German service, through Spanish Civil War involvement, caliber conversion to 7mm Mauser, and eventual importation to the US. The video highlights specific markings and modifications like the flat tangent sight and 'Entubados' barrel relining, offering deep historical context.

Tanner Denton provides a practical guide on painting and scrimming a Ruger American Tactical rifle for hunting. He details the process of applying layered camouflage paint using natural stencils and then attaching synthetic scrim materials to break up the rifle's outline. The guide emphasizes maintaining firearm functionality throughout the modification.

This entry details the wartime simplifications made to the SMLE MkIII rifle, resulting in the MkIII* variant. Expert Ian McCollum explains how features like windage-adjustable rear sights, volley sights, and the magazine cutoff were removed to streamline production and reduce costs during World War I. The removal of the bayonet's hooked quillion is also discussed as a pre-war simplification.

This guide details the installation and operation of the rare Gardiner/Scott prototype grip safety on an early 1903 Springfield rifle. Expert Ian McCollum explains the mechanism's function as a support-hand grip safety designed to block the sear. The process involves careful disassembly and reassembly of the rifle's trigger group and the integration of the unique sliding forend panels and internal blocking lever.

This guide details the visual and mechanical differences of the rare M27 Lebel rifle, a conversion from the M1886 Lebel to the 7.5x54mm French cartridge. Expert Ian McCollum highlights the extensive modifications, including the replacement of the tube magazine with an internal box magazine, updated sights, and receiver milling, emphasizing the complexity and limited production of this historical firearm.

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.