Battlefield 6 Weapons in Real Life: Gun Expert Jonathan Ferguson & Dave's Favourite Firearms- Part 1

This entry details the identification and key features of the British L1A1 SLR, drawing from expert analysis by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries. It covers serial number interpretation, factory and inspector markings, distinctive British modifications like sand cuts and a folding cocking handle, and its service history up to the Gulf War. The guide emphasizes visual identification points and unique design elements of this iconic rifle.

This video provides an in-depth look at the FN Evolys, a modern light machine gun designed for mobility and sustained fire. Expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries and Stevie from FN UK detail its development, innovative features like the monolithic rail and side-opening feed cover, and demonstrate its performance. The Evolys aims to bridge the gap between assault rifles and traditional LMGs, offering rifle-like handling with belt-fed capability.

This livestream announcement features Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries, discussing the L85A3 (SA80) rifle. The event highlights a collaboration between the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum, with a focus on the L85A3's bullpup configuration and its in-game representation in Battlefield.

This guide details the setup and operation of the EIW97, an experimental electronic variant of the SA80, as demonstrated by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson. It covers connecting the weapon to vintage and modern computing hardware, understanding its MS-DOS based software for monitoring and tailoring firing parameters, and the importance of its electronic ignition system. The demonstration highlights the project's pioneering concepts in integrated soldier technology.

This entry details the FN P90's unique features, including its 50-round translucent magazine and the specialized 5.7x28mm cartridge designed for armor penetration. It highlights the P90's role within NATO's Personal Defense Weapon system requirements, as explained by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries.

This entry details the specific differences between Winston Churchill's personal Patchett Machine Carbine and a standard Sterling L2A3 submachine gun, as explained by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries. Key distinctions lie in the sling swivel orientation, rear sight design, stock reinforcement, finger stop configuration, and the unique 'spackle' finish of the Patchett. Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery, provides an expert analysis of these design evolutions.

Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries present a challenge to find three unique firearms based on appearance, mechanical oddity, and historical impact. They showcase experimental and rare pieces like the Charlton Automatic Rifle, Sterling 7.62mm prototype, Schwarzlose Model 1898, Gabbett-Fairfax Mars pistol, an SA80 prototype, and a BSA Machine Carbine, highlighting their unusual mechanisms and limited adoption.

This entry details the Knight's Armament KS-1 (L403A1), the British Army's new Alternative Individual Weapon, adopted under Project Hunter. Expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides an in-depth look at its features, intended use for specialized units, and its role in supplementing existing platforms like the SA80.

This guide details the process of arming an 11th-century Norman knight, as explained by an institutional expert from the Royal Armouries. It covers the sequence of donning essential protective gear, including padded undergarments, a mail hauberk, a nasal helmet, and a kite shield, emphasizing weight distribution and historical construction techniques.

This guide details the installation and operation of the Harston's Patent Mark IV magazine, a rare modification designed to convert the single-shot Martini-Henry rifle into a repeater. Expert Jonathan Ferguson explains the mechanism, its inventor Captain Charles Gravelle Harston, and the historical context of its development. The guide covers fitting the magazine, the cycling process for feeding rounds, and the use of the cutoff device for single-shot operation, while also noting potential reliability issues and the high conversion cost.