An Edwardian SA80? Thorneycroft First Pattern with Firearms Expert Jonathan Ferguson

Walther has introduced the new RS3, a straight-pull bolt-action bullpup rifle. Key features highlighted include a smooth and efficient action, a phenomenal trigger, and integrated QD suppressor and optics mounting points. The rifle ships with the suppressor included, suggesting a focus on a complete package for the user.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Heckler & Koch G11 caseless assault rifle, featuring expert Jonathan Ferguson. It covers the rifle's complex internal mechanisms, historical development, and the pros and cons of its caseless ammunition technology. The video highlights the G11's innovative design, including its recoiling barreled action and unique three-round burst system, while also detailing its development challenges and eventual discontinuation.

This review compares Q's new stainless steel Blind Tiger and Speakeasy suppressors against their titanium Thunder Chicken model across .300 Blackout, 5.56, and .308 calibers. The Speakeasy excels in maximum quietness, while the Blind Tiger offers a more compact, durable 'do-it-all' solution. The assessment highlights significant sound reduction and practical performance differences for various applications, from hunting to home defense.

The FN FS2000, nicknamed the 'Combat Tuna,' is a bullpup rifle known for its extensive use of polymers and an innovative forward case ejection system designed for ambidextrous operation. While adopted by some militaries like Slovenia, it faced challenges in the US market and military sales due to its quirky design and difficult malfunction clearing. The integrated optic is considered functionally subpar, with flat-top versions being more practical. The rifle's design aims for ambidexterity, but the charging handle remains on the left side, posing an awkwardness for left-handed shooters. Its unique case ejection system, while preventing brass from hitting left-handed shooters, contributes to the difficulty in clearing malfunctions, often requiring full field stripping.

The Springfield Hellion bullpup rifle is reviewed, highlighting its suitability for larger individuals due to its adjustable length of pull and forward pistol grip. The reviewer praises its ambidextrous controls, accessible charging handle, and well-designed metallic sights. The rifle also features an adjustable gas system, making it adaptable for suppressor use.

This video from Line45, featuring an expert instructor, breaks down six firearms that are visually appealing but difficult for dealers to sell due to practical limitations. The analysis covers the Kel-Tec KSG, Desert Tech MDRX, Panzer Arms BP-12, Rossi Circuit Judge, Chiappa Rhino 60DS, and Magnum Research BFR, highlighting issues with reliability, ergonomics, cost, and niche appeal that hinder their marketability despite their unique designs.

Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries present a challenge to find three unique firearms based on appearance, mechanical oddity, and historical impact. They showcase experimental and rare pieces like the Charlton Automatic Rifle, Sterling 7.62mm prototype, Schwarzlose Model 1898, Gabbett-Fairfax Mars pistol, an SA80 prototype, and a BSA Machine Carbine, highlighting their unusual mechanisms and limited adoption.

This entry details the Knight's Armament KS-1 (L403A1), the British Army's new Alternative Individual Weapon, adopted under Project Hunter. Expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides an in-depth look at its features, intended use for specialized units, and its role in supplementing existing platforms like the SA80.

This guide details the process of arming an 11th-century Norman knight, as explained by an institutional expert from the Royal Armouries. It covers the sequence of donning essential protective gear, including padded undergarments, a mail hauberk, a nasal helmet, and a kite shield, emphasizing weight distribution and historical construction techniques.

This guide details the installation and operation of the Harston's Patent Mark IV magazine, a rare modification designed to convert the single-shot Martini-Henry rifle into a repeater. Expert Jonathan Ferguson explains the mechanism, its inventor Captain Charles Gravelle Harston, and the historical context of its development. The guide covers fitting the magazine, the cycling process for feeding rounds, and the use of the cutoff device for single-shot operation, while also noting potential reliability issues and the high conversion cost.