Chicago Palm Protector Pistols

The Constitution Arms Palm Pistol, chambered in .38 Special, is a unique single-shot firearm with a break-action barrel. Despite its small size and light recoil, ballistic gel testing showed full penetration through a 16-inch block, indicating surprising lethality for self-defense at close range. However, the design presents significant negligent discharge risks due to button placement.

The 'Little All Right' palm pistol, patented in 1876, is a rare 5-shot revolver chambered in .22 Short. Despite its concealability, it suffers from significant ergonomic issues and potential safety concerns regarding gas blowback. Production was extremely limited, making it a unique artifact of 19th-century concealed carry innovation.

This episode of TGC News features Jon Patton discussing a "story time with guns," the "Stryke 2" from 556 Tactical, and an unusual palm pistol that can also function as a rifle. The video also promotes the channel's Patreon, Amazon affiliate links, merchandise, and other sponsor discounts. It concludes with social media links and business inquiries.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.