Fake or frontline firearm? The mysterious Webley stock with firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson

This guide details the process and critical safety considerations for firing modified Webley revolvers, often referred to as 'shaved' cylinders. It explains the historical context of cylinder shaving for .45 ACP compatibility and highlights the extreme danger of using standard .45 ACP ammunition due to pressure differences. The guide emphasizes the necessity of using specialized, down-loaded ammunition like Steinel's .455 Webley for Shaved Cylinders to ensure safe operation. Expert instruction from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons underscores the critical safety protocols required for these unique firearms.

This guide details the disassembly of the H&K VP-70M and explains the function of its unique burst fire mechanism, which is integrated into the detachable shoulder stock. The process involves removing a locking block to slide the frame off, and the stock's internal components control the three-round burst capability. Expert instruction from Ian McCollum highlights the historical significance and advanced design of this 1973 machine pistol.

This guide details the installation process for a rare Canteen Stock onto a Colt 1851 Navy percussion revolver, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. The process involves aligning specific cutouts and securing the stock with a tensioning screw. The video highlights the historical significance and unique design of this accessory, emphasizing the improved accuracy it offers.

This guide details the process of building a semi-automatic replica of the John Dillinger 'Room Broom' Lebman 1911, based on a Tisas 1911 A1. It covers key modifications like adding a Thompson-style foregrip, bushing compensator, and shoulder stock, while emphasizing legal compliance with NFA regulations for SBRs. The build focuses on visual and functional similarity to the historical gangster-era firearm.

This guide details the process of modifying a Soviet-era DShK heavy machine gun into a more portable and effective infantry support weapon, as demonstrated by Ukrainian forces. Key modifications include adding a substantial muzzle brake for recoil control, a bipod and shoulder stock for ground use, and an ergonomic pistol grip with a trigger assembly. These adaptations transform the DShK into a formidable long-range asset for trench warfare and engaging hardened targets.

This guide details the operation and unique features of the Mauser C96 Broomhandle pistol, drawing on expert insights. It covers the functionality of the wooden holster as a shoulder stock, NFA compliance regarding original stocks, the stripper clip feeding mechanism, internal bolt operation, sight system, caliber, and safety engagement. The information is presented with an expert tone, highlighting specific technical details and historical context.

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.