Stopper 37mm: A Simple South African Riot Control Gun

Published on July 3, 2025
Duration: 1:00

This guide details the operation of the South African Stopper 37mm riot control gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers loading, firing, and assessing the recoil of various 37mm rounds, including crowd control bird bombs and baton rounds. The demonstration highlights the firearm's simple break-action mechanism and folding stock, emphasizing its role in less-lethal crowd dispersal.

Quick Summary

The Stopper 37mm is a South African riot control gun featuring a simple break-action mechanism and a folding wire stock. Operation involves inserting a 37mm round, closing the action, manually cocking the hammer, and firing. Recoil from baton rounds is noted as surprisingly mild compared to similar ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Operation
  2. 00:18Crowd Control Bird Bomb Demonstration
  3. 00:35Baton Round and Recoil Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Stopper 37mm riot control gun operate?

The Stopper 37mm operates via a break-action mechanism. After inserting a 37mm round, the action is closed, the hammer is manually cocked, and the firearm is then ready to be discharged. It features a folding wire stock for portability.

What types of ammunition are demonstrated with the Stopper 37mm?

The video demonstrates two types of 37mm ammunition: a crowd control bird bomb, intended for dispersal, and a baton round, used for less-lethal impact testing against a mannequin. Both are loaded into the single-shot break-action barrel.

What is the recoil like when firing the Stopper 37mm with a baton round?

According to Ian McCollum, the recoil experienced when firing a 37mm baton round from the Stopper 37mm is significantly milder than anticipated. He compares it favorably to other 37mm bean bag rounds he has previously encountered.

Where does the Stopper 37mm riot control gun originate from?

The Stopper 37mm riot control gun is a firearm that originates from South Africa. It is presented as a simple yet effective tool for law enforcement or security applications requiring less-lethal options.

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