French 1935 Pistols

This guide details the Lebel R35 carbine, a conversion of the obsolete Lebel rifle into a shorter carbine for French second-line troops in the 1930s. It covers the carbine's technical specifications, production details, modifications, and provides crucial advice on safe ammunition selection, drawing on expert insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons.

The French Model 1935A pistol, designed by Charles Petter, drew heavily from John Browning's Model 1911 but incorporated improvements like the removal of the barrel bushing. Chambered in the uncommon 7.65 Long cartridge, it saw service with French forces and was later adopted by German forces as the Pistole 625(f). Its design lineage is evident in the later Sig Sauer P210.

This video provides an educational overview of collectible Axis pistols, focusing on identification, historical context, and common markings. The presenter, an experienced collector, details how to identify production dates and intended service branches for various German, Japanese, Italian, Polish, and Czech firearms from WWII. The emphasis is on the historical significance and collectible value of these pieces, often brought home by GIs.

This YouTube video showcases a collection of World War II firearms acquired at the 2022 Show of Shows in Louisville, Kentucky. Featured items include a "PX" Krieghoff Luger, a Mauser Luger with a .22 caliber conversion kit, an RFV-marked Walther PP, a Walther PP issued to the Third Reich banking system, two Sauer 38h pistols, a French MAB Model D, a French SACM, and a Spanish Astra 300. The description also promotes the channel's Patreon for early access and a monthly raffle, and their podcast "Flak & Fubar."

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.