'Murican 2-Gun: M1918A3 BAR and M1911A1

This guide details techniques for a 2-Gun competition using a Winchester 1907SL rifle and a Tisas M1911A1 pistol, inspired by a 'Dillinger Gang' theme. It covers target engagement, shooting from various positions, managing malfunctions, and long-range challenges, drawing on the expertise of Ian McCollum. The content emphasizes practical application in a competitive setting, highlighting both the strengths and limitations of the chosen firearms.

This guide breaks down the stages of a 2-Gun Action Challenge match featuring the French MAS 49/56 rifle and a Ballester Molina .45 ACP pistol. It covers target engagement, transitions, and specific stage challenges like the kettlebell carry and spinner target. Expert instruction from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides insights into firearm performance and technique.

This video from Forgotten Weapons showcases the Egyptian Hakim rifle and an Argentine Ballester-Molina pistol in a 2-Gun Action Challenge match at Pima Pistol Club. Expert Ian McCollum details the Hakim's direct gas impingement system and tilting bolt, chambered in 8mm Mauser with a 10-round capacity loaded via stripper clips. The match involves four stages testing speed and accuracy with both firearms. McCollum concludes the Hakim is accurate and reliable despite its size.

This guide outlines strategies for competing in a 2-Gun Action Challenge Match, drawing insights from a comparison between the SVT-40 and M1 Garand. It emphasizes mastering pistol and rifle stages, improving long-range accuracy, and refining movement and loading techniques. The analysis highlights how equipment, particularly sights and magazine systems, can significantly impact performance.

This video documents a 2-Gun Action Challenge match at Puma Pistol Range in Arizona, featuring the Leader T2 rifle and a Ballester Molina pistol. The shooter provides insights into the performance of both firearms, noting the Leader T2's surprisingly good performance despite its budget nature, and the Ballester Molina's reliability. Challenges encountered included a sling issue and a failure to feed due to improper magazine seating. The video highlights a potential sight confusion issue with the Leader T2's carry handle design and a minor mechanical issue with an E-clip on the fire control pins.

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.