I Have This Old Gun: P08 Luger

This review of the Madsen Model 1945 submachine gun, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons from the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlights its unique design and historical context. The firearm is noted for its quality construction, pistol-like reciprocating slide, and use of Suomi magazines. Despite its advanced features for the time, its complexity and cost led to commercial failure, making it an extremely rare collector's item.

This expert review from Forgotten Weapons details the Mauser Model 90 DA, a rebranded Hungarian P9R pistol. It highlights Mauser's 1980s-90s strategy of acquiring and rebranding foreign handguns due to a lack of in-house product development. The review thoroughly compares the M90 DA to the Browning Hi-Power and Smith & Wesson Model 59, detailing significant internal and external differences.

This guide details the stripper clip loading process for the Mauser C96 Red 9, a historically significant pistol. It also covers the attachment and use of a reproduction shoulder stock and leather harness, as demonstrated by an expert firearms instructor. The video highlights the pistol's unique features and its place in both history and popular culture.

This entry details the CZ 482 pistol, a precursor to the vz.52, highlighting its unique roller-locked mechanism and high-quality construction. The video provides an expert-level overview of its mechanical operation, external features, and historical context, including its development by the Kratochvíl brothers and its potential international sales. The information is presented with a high degree of technical detail and historical accuracy.

Gearhead Guns is producing a Type 100 Nambu PCC recreation, with the first batch shipping around March. It's available in 9mm Parabellum with 9-inch or 16-inch barrel configurations for SBR compliance. Customization options include various metal and wood finishes, with optional bayonet lugs.

CZ is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the CZ-75 with the limited production 'CZ-75 Legend,' a modern rendition of the early 'slab side' model. This reissue incorporates contemporary safety features like a firing pin block and half-cock notch, while utilizing the fire control mechanism from the CZ-75 Shadow 2. It represents CZ's dedication to its heritage, offering a blend of classic aesthetics and modern functionality.

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.