Inside Iran’s MP5 Submachine Gun Copy: The Tondar TK9 with firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson

This guide details how Polenar Tactical adapted original HK G3 wood furniture for a Zenith Firearms Z-5RS (MP5 clone). The process involves stripping and refinishing the wood, extensive cutting and Dremeling of the handguard to fit the MP5 profile, adapting a G3 lower receiver, and installing an AC Unity grip. The result is a unique retro-styled MP5 with a classic wooden aesthetic.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the Heckler & Koch MP5 and its shorter variant, the MP5K. It highlights key differences in the disassembly process, particularly concerning the stock and grip housing attachment methods, and emphasizes the non-interchangeability of major components between the two models. The video, presented by Keith from Brownells, offers practical insights for owners of these iconic firearms.

This video explores a unique firearm concept: an MP5 submachine gun modified to feature AR-15 controls. The title and description indicate the video is now live and focuses on this innovative combination, likely showcasing the integration and functionality of the AR-15 style controls on the classic MP5 platform.

This guide details the custom modification process for fitting Heckler & Koch G3 surplus wooden furniture onto an MP5 firearm. The process involves significant DIY work, including cutting and shaping wood components using various tools. The video highlights the challenge of finding aftermarket wood furniture for the MP5 and presents a creative solution for achieving a retro aesthetic. The speaker, an experienced firearms enthusiast, demonstrates proficiency with workshop tools and knowledge of parts interchangeability.

This guide details the field strip and reassembly process for the HK SP5, a semi-automatic variant of the MP5. The process involves removing two push pins to separate the receivers and then disassembling the bolt carrier group and recoil spring. The video emphasizes the high-quality German machining of the internal components.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Heckler & Koch MP5 Navy, as demonstrated by Alex C. It covers safety checks, stock and lower receiver removal, bolt group extraction, and bolt assembly breakdown. The video emphasizes the durability and reliability of the MP5, offering expert insights for maintenance.

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.