Book Review: Vickers Guide AR15 Volume II

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The L119A1, adopted by UK Special Forces, is a Diemaco/Colt Canada variant of the M16/M4 platform. It features a Knight's RAS, Lone Star grip, and SureFire 216-A light. Notable modifications include a stepped buffer tube and an ambidextrous charging handle, distinguishing it from standard AR-15s.

This review of the Professional Ordnance Carbon-15, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details its construction as an extremely lightweight AR-15 variant designed to circumvent the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban. Despite its innovative use of polymer and carbon fiber for a 4 lb weight, the rifle suffered from significant quality control issues, making it more of a historical artifact than a practical firearm.

This guide details how to identify Canadian-made Colt M4 carbines, often manufactured by Diemaco (Colt Canada), which are appearing on the civilian surplus market. The video, presented by an expert with high authority in small arms history, highlights key visual and internal differences from US-made Colts, including specific markings, forge stamps, barrel specifications, receiver finishes, and gas key staking. These rifles are distinct and sought after by collectors due to their unique heritage and manufacturing variations.

This video provides an in-depth review of various Colt LE/Post-2010 rifle series models, detailing their historical context, technical specifications, and evolution. The presenter, with apparent expertise in Colt firearms, discusses models like the AR-6520, AR-6721, LE6920, and the 9mm carbine, highlighting their features and market reception, particularly in relation to the assault weapon ban and post-ban commercial availability. The video emphasizes Colt's product development, government contracts, and the impact of market demands on their offerings.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Diemaco (Colt Canada) SFW (Special Forces Weapon), a rifle developed for the British SAS. It details the rifle's origins as a modification of the AR-15 platform, highlighting key differences from the M16A2 such as the A1 rear sight and hammer-forged barrel. The video also covers the Bravo Company Manufacturing (BCM) SFW variant, comparing its features and modifications to the original Diemaco design. The discussion emphasizes the rifle's accuracy, reliability, and suitability as a light support weapon, contrasting it with the SA80 and M4 carbine.

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.