SLOWEST Full Auto Ever?!?!

Published on September 21, 2020
Duration: 3:04

The M3 Grease Gun, a historically significant and economical firearm, is showcased for its surprisingly controllable full-auto fire. Despite its age, its slow rate of fire (around 450 RPM) makes it manageable, even compared to modern firearms. The video highlights its simple stamped metal construction and open-bolt operation, noting the M3A1's simplified thumb-cocking mechanism.

Quick Summary

The M3 Grease Gun offers surprisingly controllable full-auto fire due to its slow rate of ~450 RPM. Designed economically with stamped metal, it entered US service in 1942. It operates via an open-bolt system, with the dust cover acting as the main safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: M3 Grease Gun at Bradford Sportsmen's Farm
  2. 00:25History & Design: Economical Stamped Metal
  3. 00:45Operation & Safety: Open Bolt & Dust Cover
  4. 01:15Rate of Fire: Slow & Controllable (450 RPM)
  5. 01:57Speed Comparison: Grease Gun vs. Revolver
  6. 02:15Live Fire Demo: Stability & Low Recoil

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the M3 Grease Gun's full-auto fire so controllable?

The M3 Grease Gun is known for its controllable full-auto fire primarily due to its relatively slow rate of fire, approximately 450 rounds per minute. This lower cyclic rate allows shooters more time to manage recoil and maintain aim between shots compared to faster-firing automatic weapons.

How did the M3 Grease Gun operate, and what was its safety feature?

The M3 Grease Gun operates as an open-bolt firearm. Its primary safety mechanism was the dust cover; when closed, it prevented the bolt from moving forward, rendering the weapon safe. When the cover was open, the firearm was ready to be cocked and fired.

What was the historical significance and cost of the M3 Grease Gun?

The M3 Grease Gun entered US service in late 1942, designed as an economical alternative to other submachine guns. Made from stamped metal, its production cost was remarkably low, estimated at around $15 during the war, making it accessible for mass deployment.

What distinguishes the M3A1 variant from the original M3 Grease Gun?

The M3A1 variant of the Grease Gun featured design simplifications aimed at improving reliability and ease of use. Most notably, it removed the original side-charging handle, allowing the operator to cock the weapon simply by pushing the bolt forward with their thumb.

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