Savage Automatic Pistols: Overview

This video explores the historical significance of the Savage 1915 pistol, highlighting its status as a striker-fired, double-stack firearm that predates the Glock by 70 years. It details the pistol's lineage as a variant of the Savage 1907, which competed against the Colt 1911 for military trials. Although the Savage lost the contract due to reliability issues in the torture test, it was later adapted for military and civilian use. The 1915 model is noted as the rarest variant, produced for only two years before being redesigned as the 1917. The content emphasizes the firearm's unique place in early 20th-century firearm development.

This expert review of the Savage 1907 .32 ACP pistol highlights its advanced features for its era, including a delayed blowback action, 10-round double-stacked magazine, and a low bore axis for recoil management. The instructor praises its smooth trigger pull and compact design, deeming it a reliable 'diamond in the rough' worthy of high trust. The review emphasizes practical aspects like the chamber indicator and sights, offering a comprehensive look at this historical firearm.

The Savage 1907 is a notable vintage semi-automatic pistol, distinguished by its delayed blowback rotating barrel system and high capacity for its era. It offered 10 rounds of .32 ACP or 9 rounds of .380 ACP, significantly more than contemporary single-stack designs. The firearm features a screwless construction with snap-on grips and a unique magazine toe release. Despite a minor malfunction, its historical reliability and accuracy were confirmed during range testing.

This review highlights five classic carry pistols produced before or around the 1920s, focusing on their historical significance, design innovations, and suitability for concealed carry. The FN Model 1900 pioneered the slide, the Colt 1903 offered a snag-free design, the Savage 1907 featured a double-stack magazine, the Mauser 1914 was known for its safety and ergonomics, and the Walther PP remains iconic with its decocker. These pistols represent key advancements in self-loading handgun technology.

This video features a detailed look at the Savage 1915 pistol, highlighting its impressive condition and performance despite being over 100 years old. The presenter praises its low recoil and ease of use, making it a great range pistol. A potential drawback mentioned is the rarity of parts. The video also expresses a desire to compare it with a 1903 Hammerless model in the future, emphasizing the unique appeal of this vintage firearm.

This video takes viewers into the vault of Rock Island Auction Company, featuring a historical look at two significant pistols from the early 20th century: the Colt Model 1905 and the Savage 1907. Hosted by Brownells Gun Techs Steve Ostrem and Keith, the segment highlights these firearms' roles in the 1907 U.S. Army trials that ultimately led to the adoption of the M1911. The Colt 1905 is presented as an early iteration of the classic 1911 design, while two Savage 1907 pistols in .45 ACP are showcased, including a restored example and one with original patina, contrasting with the more common commercial .32 ACP models. The comparison implicitly favors the Colt's eventual success in Army adoption.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.