Top 10 Most Bizarre Guns & Weapons You Won't Believe Exist!

Published on July 19, 2022
Duration: 8:41

This video explores ten of the most bizarre and unusual firearms and weapons developed throughout history, from World War II to more modern concepts. It highlights their unique designs, intended purposes, and often impractical applications, showcasing human ingenuity in warfare, even when it led to peculiar outcomes. The content delves into specific examples like the Sedgley OSS .38 glove pistol and the colossal M65 Atomic Cannon.

Quick Summary

The M65 Atomic Cannon, famously known as 'Atomic Annie,' was the world's first atomic artillery piece. This colossal mobile cannon weighed 42 tons and was capable of firing W-9 atomic warheads miles away, with its destructive radius amplified by mid-air detonation.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Intro to Bizarre Weapons
  2. 00:18Origin of Weird Weapons
  3. 00:58Sedgley OSS .38 Glove Pistol
  4. 01:50German Panzerfaust
  5. 02:40Maxim Machine Gun
  6. 03:10British No. 74 Sticky Bomb
  7. 03:41German Sturmpistole
  8. 04:15Krummlöf STG44 Curved Barrel
  9. 05:07Goliath Tracked Mine
  10. 05:52M65 Atomic Cannon ('Atomic Annie')
  11. 06:39Little David Mortar
  12. 07:18Vespa 150 TAP Scooter Gun
  13. 08:10Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Sedgley OSS .38?

The Sedgley OSS .38 was a unique single-shot pistol integrated into a heavy leather glove. It was designed to be fired by depressing a plunger with a punch and was issued to the U.S. Navy for specific operational needs.

What made the German Panzerfaust significant in WWII?

The German Panzerfaust was a highly effective, disposable anti-tank weapon. Its ability to penetrate 200mm of armor and its relatively light weight (7kg) made it a formidable tool, even usable by younger soldiers.

What was the purpose of the British No. 74 Sticky Bomb?

The British No. 74 Sticky Bomb was designed as an anti-tank weapon that would adhere to a tank's surface before detonating. However, its effectiveness was limited by the need for a dry and clean target surface, and it required the operator to get very close.

What was the M65 Atomic Cannon?

The M65 Atomic Cannon, nicknamed 'Atomic Annie,' was the world's first atomic artillery piece. It was a massive mobile cannon capable of firing W-9 atomic warheads miles away, designed to devastate enemy divisions.

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