H&R Handy Gun: A Smoothbore Pistol Killed Off by the NFA

This guide details the installation and testing of the Thompson/Center Encore Firestick System, emphasizing its compatibility with all Encore frames since the 1990s. The video highlights the benefits of the Firestick for muzzleloading and showcases performance testing with various muzzle brake designs and scope setups on an outdoor range. Instruction comes from a speaker with high authority and deep knowledge of T/C Arms products.

This guide details the process of using a 12-gauge to 9mm caliber adapter in a Balikli Blue Label break-action shotgun. It covers loading the adapter and chambering it, highlighting the adapter's function. The video's host, identified as a knowledgeable enthusiast, demonstrates this modification for potential survival scenarios, while also noting significant accuracy limitations.

This guide details the cleaning process for an over-under shotgun, as demonstrated by DROBASHEVICH. It covers preparation, disassembly, detailed cleaning of barrels and action using specific tools and products like Chistostvol gun oil, exterior protection, reassembly, and a crucial function check with snap caps. The ASMR-style presentation emphasizes methodical, professional-grade firearm maintenance techniques.

This video delves into the history and mechanics of rare Thompson/Center Arms firearms, featuring insights from T/C Collectors Association President Art Lamontagne. It showcases prototypes and limited editions, including the Hawken, Contender, Scout Pistol, and TCR '83 Aristocrat, highlighting their unique features and historical significance. The presentation emphasizes the craftsmanship and innovation behind these collectible pieces.

This guide details the operation and unique features of Lancaster Howdah Pistols, as presented by an expert instructor. It covers the break-action, rotating striker, folding set-trigger, and oval rifling. The video emphasizes the historical context and reliability of these 19th-century firearms, highlighting their use by officers and their distinct mechanical attributes.

This guide details the gunsmithing process for creating a custom single-shot rifle chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, built on a CVA Hunter platform. The process involves significant machining, including re-barreling with a custom octagonal barrel and installing specialized sights. The resulting rifle demonstrates impressive accuracy.

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.