Knoble Automatic Pistol, Cal .30

Published on December 17, 2015
Duration: 5:31

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Knoble Automatic Pistol, designed by J.W. Knoble. It details the pistol's unique toggle-action mechanism, its submission to the 1907 US Army pistol trials, and the significant modifications made to its magazine, likely adapted from a Browning Model 1907. The analysis highlights the pistol's historical context and the reasons for its rejection in trials due to manufacturing quality.

Quick Summary

The Knoble Automatic Pistol, designed by J.W. Knoble, features a toggle-action, short-recoil system and was submitted in .45 ACP for the 1907 US Army pistol trials. Despite its design, it was rejected due to crude manufacturing. The featured .30 Luger example showcases a modified Browning Model 1907 magazine with wooden enhancements.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Knoble Pistol
  2. 00:40Variants and Features
  3. 01:14Mechanical Operation
  4. 02:14Magazine Design
  5. 03:581907 Army Trials Rejection

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Knoble Automatic Pistol?

The Knoble Automatic Pistol is a rare firearm designed by J.W. Knoble, notable for its toggle-action, short-recoil mechanism. It was submitted for the 1907 US Army pistol trials and featured unique magazine modifications.

What caliber was the Knoble pistol submitted in for the 1907 trials?

The Knoble pistols submitted for the 1907 US Army pistol trials were chambered in .45 ACP. The specific example discussed in the video is a .30 Luger variant.

Why was the Knoble Automatic Pistol rejected from the 1907 Army trials?

The Ordnance Board rejected the Knoble pistols due to their perceived crude manufacturing, which made smooth operation impossible and rendered further testing impractical.

What modifications were made to the Knoble pistol's magazine?

The magazine appears to be an adapted Browning Model 1907, modified with a wooden base plate, rear spacer, and a wooden tab on the follower to adjust the feed angle.

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