Colt Monitor: The First Official FBI Fighting Rifle

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an in-depth review of the Colt R75A, the final commercial variant of the BAR. He details its historical context, licensing disputes between Colt and FN, and unique mechanical features like its quick-change barrel system and dust covers. The R75A is presented as a refined and stable light machine gun, superior to the military 1918A2 in some aspects, despite its late arrival in the BAR's production life.

This video discusses the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) and its near miss at becoming a practical select-fire infantry rifle at the end of World War I. Despite modifications and updates into World War II, the opportunity for this capability was seemingly missed by engineers. The video also highlights that Ohio Ordnance still produces faithful reproductions of this classic American rifle, and mentions the availability of discounts for Challenge Targets and OpticsPlanet.

This video is a "Tactical Quickie" featuring the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR). The creator acknowledges the short length of this first magazine review, attributing it to extreme heat and near heatstroke during filming. Despite the brevity, the video promotes "Keep America Tactical," "I Am the Militia," and links to various merchandise related to firearms and Second Amendment rights. Social media links for updates are also provided.

This video, titled "Lest We Forget: The Browning Automatic Rifle," pays tribute to World War I Doughboys by featuring Mark Keefe of American Rifleman TV firing the iconic Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR). The content focuses on the historical significance and practical demonstration of this classic military firearm.

This review of the M1918 BAR highlights its innovative 'walking fire' concept, allowing advancing soldiers to suppress enemies while moving. It details John Browning's design, comparing it favorably to contemporaries like the Chauchat and Lewis gun. The video covers mechanical features, production details, and the weapon's delayed combat introduction due to its advanced design.

This video provides an in-depth look at Isaac Lewis's "Assault Phase" rifle, a highly advanced firearm for its time. The presenter, an expert in small arms, details its innovative features, compares it to the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR), and discusses why it was ultimately overlooked by the US military. The rifle showcased is the third design iteration, weighing 12 lbs and chambered in .30-06, featuring a piston-operated system, detachable magazine, ambidextrous controls, and a left-hand charging handle.

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.