I Have This Old Gun - German MP18 & MP28

The MP 18,I, the first submachine gun in WWI, weighs 9.3 lbs and is 32 inches long. It utilizes a 32-round Luger Trommel magazine, which causes a left-side weight bias. Operating from an open bolt, it features a single-stage, fully automatic trigger. While recoil is minimal with 9mm, the heavy bolt mass impacts precision, and its sights are designed for short-range suppressive fire.

This C&Rsenal WWI Primer documentary explores the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the German Maschinenpistole 18, I (MP18,I). The video details the development of this iconic World War I firearm, presented as part of C&Rsenal's centennial anniversary series. Additional resources on related firearms, ammunition, and historical texts are provided, along with links for supporting the channel.

The Schmeisser MP41 is a unique hybrid submachine gun, merging the MP40's upper receiver with the MP28's lower receiver and wooden stock. Unlike the full-auto-only MP40, the MP41 features a semi-automatic capability due to a specific disconnector track on its bolt. This design allows for more controlled fire, differentiating it from its predecessors.

This review details the iconic MP-40 submachine gun, tracing its evolution from the MP-38 for mass production efficiency using stamped metal and Bakelite. It highlights the MP-40's external features like its folding stock and Bakelite barrel protector, its 32-round magazine capacity, and its open-bolt blowback action. The video also covers its NFA-restricted market value in the US, a specific 'vet bring-back' provenance, and a comparative analysis of its recoil and accuracy against other WWII SMGs, noting its excellent controllability at close range.

The MP-40/I was an experimental German submachine gun designed to double immediate ammunition capacity by housing two 32-round magazines. It featured a sliding mechanism to switch between magazines but suffered from being front-heavy and having slower magazine changes than the standard MP-40. The design also compromised the folding stock's ability to close flush.

The Schmeisser MP41 is a unique hybrid submachine gun, merging the MP40's upper receiver with the MP28's lower receiver and wooden stock. Designed by Hugo Schmeisser, it offered selective fire, unlike the MP40, and was primarily exported to Romania. Despite its hybrid nature, it shared many components with the MP40 and was produced in limited numbers.

This video details the meticulous process of ammunition manufacturing at Hornady's facility in Grand Island, Nebraska. It covers the creation of bullets, starting with copper cups and lead cores, and the production of brass cartridge cases through annealing and hammering. The content also highlights Hornady's rigorous quality control testing on a 100-yard range and the final packaging stages, emphasizing their commitment to American-made quality.

The L1A1 SLR, a British variant of the FN FAL, was adopted by the UK military for its semi-automatic-only operation and inch-pattern components. It served through major conflicts like the Falklands War and was eventually replaced by the L85 bullpup. The rifle is known for its robust design and reliability, though original British-made examples are now rare.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.