Tommy Steele's TS V: Integrally Suppressed 9mm Carbine

Published on November 2, 2018
Duration: 13:39

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the Tommy Steele TS V's unique integral suppressor system, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the removal of the upper receiver, bolt assembly, and suppressor components, emphasizing the perforated barrel's role in subsonic ammunition performance. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.

Quick Summary

The Tommy Steele TS V is a rare, integrally suppressed 9mm carbine from South Africa, designed by Tommy Steele. Its unique perforated barrel vents gas to slow supersonic rounds to subsonic speeds, eliminating the sonic crack. It features ambidextrous controls and a two-stage magazine safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to TS V
  2. 01:53Controls and Magazine System
  3. 04:16Ambidextrous Design and Optics
  4. 05:12Integral Suppressor Mechanics
  5. 07:06Disassembly and Internal Components
  6. 11:02Range Testing and Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Tommy Steele TS V's suppressor unique?

The TS V features an integral suppressor with a perforated barrel. This design vents gas early, effectively slowing supersonic 9mm rounds to subsonic speeds, eliminating the sonic crack without needing specialized heavy ammunition.

How does the TS V handle ambidexterity?

The TS V is fully ambidextrous, with ejection ports on both sides that can be switched by flipping the bolt 180 degrees. All controls are centered or mirrored for left or right-handed operation.

What are the key internal components of the TS V?

It has a symmetrical bolt assembly with a fixed firing pin and captive recoil spring. The lower receiver is an aluminum casting housing a semi-auto trigger group, and it uses G3-style push pins for disassembly.

What were the performance observations during live fire testing?

During testing, the suppressor significantly reduced noise but remained 'snappy.' The perforated barrel prevented a sonic crack, though some magazine feeding issues were noted, and the handguard heated up quickly.

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