The covert, concealable bayonet revolver: Commando 9mm with firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson

Published on August 7, 2024
Duration: 14:58

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Enfield Commando revolver, a unique 9mm double-action firearm designed for concealment and close-quarters combat. Expert Jonathan Ferguson details its construction, including its sheet metal 'clamshell' receiver, detachable barrel extension, and integrated folding knife and knuckle duster grip. The video highlights its unusual disassembly for cylinder removal and its historical context as a 1942 British wartime concept.

Quick Summary

The Enfield Commando revolver is a unique 9mm double-action firearm from 1942, featuring a knuckle duster grip and a folding bayonet. Its construction utilizes stamped sheet metal, and cylinder loading is a complex process requiring barrel manipulation.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to the Commando Revolver
  2. 00:41What is the Commando Revolver?
  3. 01:45Bulky Knuckle Duster and Double Action
  4. 02:31Inspiration: The Apache Revolver
  5. 03:22Unscrewing the Barrel and Bayonet
  6. 04:311942 British Take on Apache Design
  7. 04:50Markings: P 9mm and Design Department
  8. 06:18Sheet Metal Construction Explained
  9. 07:03Cylinder Removal and Reloading Process
  10. 08:05Two-Diameter Chambers for 9mm
  11. 09:07Cylinder Spigot and Ratchet System
  12. 10:06Complex Reloading Procedure
  13. 10:35The Unusual Sight System
  14. 11:27Analysis of the Folding Blade
  15. 13:05Putting it All Together: Date and Purpose
  16. 13:25Designed for Concealment and Close Combat
  17. 14:07A World War II Dead End

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Enfield Commando revolver?

The Enfield Commando revolver is a rare 9mm double-action firearm developed by the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield in 1942. It features a unique design incorporating a knuckle duster grip, a folding bayonet, and a sheet metal receiver, intended for concealment and close-quarters combat.

What inspired the design of the Commando revolver?

The design of the Commando revolver was heavily inspired by the 1870s French Apache revolver, which was a combination of a revolver, knuckle duster, and knife, popular among Parisian street gangs.

How is the cylinder loaded and unloaded on the Commando revolver?

Loading and unloading the cylinder is a complex process. It requires pressing down on the cylinder release and two tabs, then pulling the barrel forward to disengage the cylinder from its spigots before it can be removed or inserted.

What caliber does the Commando revolver fire?

The Commando revolver fires 9mm ammunition. Its cylinder chambers are specifically designed with a reduced diameter at the rear to accommodate the rimless cases of 9mm cartridges, preventing them from falling through.

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