The CIA's New Liberator: the 9mm Deer Gun

This entry details the SAP M10, a semi-automatic variant of the MAC-10, focusing on its open-bolt operation and internal mechanism. It highlights the ease of conversion to full-auto, which led to regulatory scrutiny from the BATF. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed mechanical explanations and historical context.

This guide details the operation of the CIA Deer Gun, a single-shot, screw-barrel pistol designed for covert operations. It was intended as a low-cost weapon for resistance groups, allowing a user to dispatch an enemy and acquire their service weapon. The operation involves manually loading a single 9mm cartridge and cocking the striker before firing.

This guide details the field stripping process for the CZ 482 pistol, a precursor to the vz.52. The video, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, provides an expert-level demonstration of the unique roller-locked action and its disassembly. The CZ 482 is noted for its high-quality machining and finish compared to its successor.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Mauser M80 SA pistol, emphasizing safety and proper reassembly. It highlights the pistol's Hungarian origin and its relationship to the Browning Hi-Power. Expert instruction is provided on safely disassembling the firearm for cleaning and maintenance.

This guide details the complex disassembly of the C96 Broomhandle Mauser, emphasizing the critical safety check of the bolt stop. The video highlights the firearm's unique, interlocking internal mechanism and the significant risks associated with its age and potential damage, particularly from using incorrect ammunition. Expert instruction is provided on identifying and mitigating these safety hazards.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the experimental CZ 247 submachine gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum on Forgotten Weapons. It covers safe disassembly, inspection of key components like the bolt and mainspring, and reassembly, emphasizing the unique safety mechanism and progressive trigger. The process is suitable for intermediate users familiar with firearm mechanics.

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.