Shooting a Suppressed Sten Gun

This entry details WWII paratrooper firearms, focusing on the Sten Mk V and M1A1 Carbine, presented by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries. It covers their historical context, technical specifications, and unique features relevant to airborne operations. The information highlights the evolution of submachine guns and carbines for specialized roles during the war.

This entry provides an expert overview of the Sten gun, a historically significant and budget-friendly British submachine gun from World War II. It details its simple blowback action, 9mm Luger caliber, 32-round magazine capacity, and unique side-mounted feed system. The guide also touches upon its historical context, low production cost, and the existence of variants like the suppressed Sten Mk II (S), noting its reliability and ease of production, making it vital for resistance efforts.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.