I Won't Let the Sten Gun Die

Published on June 10, 2023
Duration: 16:05

This review explores a modernized semi-automatic Sten Mark V build, highlighting its historical context as a low-cost WWII emergency weapon. Despite improvements like Picatinny rails and a moderator, the 'Future Sten' faces reliability issues, particularly extraction failures, attributed to the inherent challenges of semi-automatic tube gun conversions. The video also critiques the Sten's original magazine design and compares its size to other historical SMGs.

Quick Summary

The modernized Sten Mark V build, or 'Future Sten,' faces reliability issues like extraction failures, attributed to its semi-automatic 'tube gun' conversion. Historically, the Sten was a low-cost WWII emergency weapon. Modern upgrades include Picatinny rails and a suppressor, but its original magazine design remains a weak point.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit & Shooting Montage
  2. 01:44The 'Future Sten' Concept
  3. 03:29Reliability & Ammunition Testing
  4. 04:15Historical Context of the Sten Gun
  5. 04:58Technical Features & Modifications
  6. 08:04Magazine Design Critique
  7. 09:01Size & Platform Comparisons
  8. 11:58Long-Range Shooting & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reliability issues with the modernized Sten Mark V build?

The primary reliability issue observed is frequent extraction failures. The host attributes these problems to the inherent difficulties of converting the original Sten design into a semi-automatic 'tube gun' rather than the ammunition used.

What historical context is provided for the Sten gun?

The Sten gun was developed during World War II as a low-cost, mass-produced emergency weapon for British forces. Its design was a response to the significant loss of firearms and equipment following the Dunkirk evacuation.

What modern modifications were made to the Sten Mark V?

The Sten Mark V was modernized with welded Picatinny rails for optics and braces, a threaded barrel for a suppressor (Delta Tech moderator), and fitted with a Sig Sauer Romeo 7S optic and a Strike Industries folding brace.

How does the Sten gun's magazine compare to the Sterling SMG's?

The Sten's original 32-round magazine is criticized for being difficult to load to capacity without a speed loader and suffering from reliability issues. It is considered less reliable than the later Sterling SMG magazines.

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