Ians Top 5 SMGs

Published on January 18, 2020
Duration: 9:40

Ian McCollum ranks his top 5 submachine guns, highlighting the H&K MP5 for its closed-bolt accuracy and roller-delayed blowback. The Beretta 38A is praised for its shooting characteristics and left-hand friendliness. The US M2 is noted as a superior, albeit rare, .45 caliber SMG. The Finnish m/31 Suomi offers excellent accuracy due to its weight, and the vz61 Skorpion is commended for its controllability despite a small caliber.

Quick Summary

Ian McCollum ranks the H&K MP5 number one due to its superior first-round accuracy from closed-bolt operation and its exceptionally smooth shooting characteristics provided by the roller-delayed blowback mechanism, combining reliability, controllability, and refinement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & #5: vz61 Skorpion
  2. 02:08#4: m/31 Suomi
  3. 03:22#3: US M2
  4. 05:00#2: Beretta 38A
  5. 07:18#1: H&K MP5

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the H&K MP5 Ian McCollum's top-ranked submachine gun?

Ian McCollum ranks the H&K MP5 number one due to its superior first-round accuracy from closed-bolt operation and its exceptionally smooth shooting characteristics provided by the roller-delayed blowback mechanism, combining reliability, controllability, and refinement.

Why is the Beretta 38A considered a great submachine gun?

The Beretta 38A is praised for its magnificent shooting characteristics, minimal felt recoil, and stable muzzle. It uniquely features left-side ejection and a right-side charging handle, making it left-hand friendly, and boasts one of the best magazine designs.

What are the key features of the vz61 Skorpion?

The vz61 Skorpion is noted for its extreme controllability and compactness, despite firing the less powerful .32 ACP cartridge. Its practicality is enhanced by a rate-reducing mechanism that makes it very manageable to shoot.

How does the US M2 submachine gun compare to others?

The US M2, a rare .45 caliber SMG, is considered superior to the Thompson and M3 Grease Gun by Ian McCollum. Its advantages include a reliable double-feed magazine, an excellent inline stock, and a great rate of fire, though it never saw combat service.

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