Video—ARTV: Melvin Johnson’s Automatics

This guide details advanced gunsmithing techniques for the M1941 Johnson Automatic Rifle, presented by Master Gunsmith Mark Novak. It covers comprehensive disassembly, common repair issues like stock damage and magazine tube thread repair using specialized methods such as Cerrosafe casting, and reassembly of critical components. Novak's expertise shines through in his explanations of the rifle's unique short-recoil system, rotary magazine, and safety features, offering invaluable insights for collectors and restorers of this historical firearm.

This video focuses on the field stripping of the M1941 Johnson Rifle, a unique firearm from US military history. Despite its limited production compared to the M1 Garand, some M1941 Johnson Rifles saw action with US forces in the Pacific during World War II. The video highlights the design and mechanics of this historical rifle.

This guide details the disassembly of the Rheinmetall MG-17 aircraft machine gun, focusing on its unique feed mechanism and short-recoil operation. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the weapon's historical context and technical innovations. The process involves careful removal and inspection of the feed block and bolt assembly.

This entry details the mechanics of J.C. White's .30-06 toggle-locked prototype rifle, as presented by Ian McCollum. It covers the short-recoil action, en-bloc clip feed, unique bolt lock, and barrel recoil system, drawing comparisons to other historical firearms and highlighting findings from British military trials. The information is derived from expert analysis and visual demonstration.

This guide details the expert process used by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries to identify a mystery firearm. It covers techniques like chamber casting, patent research, and expert consultation to pinpoint the rifle as a Holland & Holland Self-Loading Hunting Rifle Prototype from circa 1908, chambered in .400/.375 H&H Nitro Express. The process highlights the importance of meticulous research and cross-referencing in firearms identification.

This entry details the British .303 Browning Mk II* aircraft machine gun, a key WWII armament. It covers its development from Colt models, the critical open-bolt conversion to prevent cook-offs with cordite, and specific features like the Mk III muzzle booster and 'NTS' marking. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed technical explanations and historical context.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.