Little Tom: the World's First DAO Automatic

This guide details the disassembly and unique loading mechanism of the Little Tom pistol, the world's first DAO automatic. Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates how to field strip the firearm, highlighting its patented barrel attachment and top-loading capability. The video also covers the DAO trigger system and safety features, offering insights into early automatic pistol design from a recognized firearms historian.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly process for the Colt Z40 pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It highlights the unique disassembly method requiring alignment of specific notches and the internal similarities to CZ 75 and Browning Hi-Power designs. Proper safety protocols are emphasized throughout the procedure.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Little Tom Pistol, the first Double-Action/Single-Action (DA/SA) semi-automatic pistol. The video demonstrates a straightforward disassembly, highlighting its unique top-loading brass magazine. While historically significant, the firearm exhibited notable reliability issues during testing, including light primer strikes and ejection failures.

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.