The Bulletproof Blanket Myth: M1 Carbine & Sten with Firearms Expert Jonathan Ferguson

This video tests the ballistic resistance of laptops against various firearm calibers. It demonstrates how different rounds, from .22LR to 7.62x54R, penetrate or are stopped by multiple stacked laptops, providing a visual comparison of terminal ballistics and projectile energy transfer.

This video tests the ballistic penetration capabilities of various firearms against seven stacked MacBooks. It demonstrates how different calibers, from .22LR to 7.62x54R, interact with the laptops, highlighting varying degrees of penetration and material deformation. The Mosin Nagant proved most effective, completely penetrating all laptops.

This guide details the assembly and operational considerations for the M3 Infrared Sniper Carbine kit, a specialized night vision system mounted on an M1 Carbine. It covers the components, power requirements, effective range, and tactical applications, drawing on expert historical knowledge. The system's unique high-voltage transformer and its use in defensive roles during WWII and Korea are highlighted.

This expert analysis from Banana Ballistics pits the .30 Carbine against the .300 Blackout, revealing significant differences in terminal ballistics and barrier penetration. The .300 Blackout consistently outperforms the .30 Carbine in tests involving lumber, concrete, and steel, demonstrating superior energy transfer and penetration. While both calibers struggle with deep sand penetration, the .300 Blackout shows markedly better performance in ballistic gel, especially with specialized fracturing ammunition.

This guide details a comprehensive ballistics comparison between 9mm +P, .30 Carbine, and .357 Magnum calibers, as demonstrated by Banana Ballistics. The expert-level testing includes penetration tests against steel, concrete, and wood, as well as terminal performance evaluations in water jugs and ballistic gel, utilizing professional equipment like a Garmin Xero C1 Pro chronograph.

This D-Day tribute display showcases a comprehensive collection of World War II firearms, ammunition, and tactical gear used by American forces on Omaha and Utah Beaches. The exhibit highlights iconic weapons like the M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, M1919 Browning, and M2 Browning machine guns, alongside essential equipment such as the M5 gas mask, hand grenades, and even original dynamite. The display emphasizes the historical context and the harsh realities faced by soldiers during the invasion.

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.