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resistancekitty · 2 months

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#2a #pro 2a #2amendment #2nd amendment #2nd amendment rights #gun rights #self defense #women who carry #gun history #advertising #magazine ads #guns for women

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dosesofcommonsense · 3 months

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#truth #history #gun history #american history #wyatt earp

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gunshistoryandstuff · 8 months

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The PPSh-41 (Russian: Пистоле́т-пулемёт Шпа́гина, tr. Pistolét-pulemyót Shpágina-41, lit. 'Shpagin's machine-pistol-41') is a Soviet submachine gun designed by Georgy Shpagin as a cheaper and simplified alternative to the PPD-40. A common Russian nickname for the weapon is "papasha" (папа́ша), meaning "daddy", and it was sometimes called the "burp gun" because of its high fire-rate.

The PPSh is a selective-fire submachine gun using an open bolt, blowback action. Made largely of stamped steel, it can be loaded with either a box (35 rnd) or drum magazine (71 rnd) and fires the 7.62×25mm Tokarev pistol round (but it also accepts 7.63x25mm Mauser),

After the German Army captured large numbers of the PPSH-41 during World War II, a program was instituted to convert the weapon to the standard German submachine gun cartridge -9x19mm Parabellum. The Wehrmacht officially adopted the converted PPSH-41 as the "MP41" unconverted PPSH-41s were designated "MP717(r)" and supplied with: 7.63x25mm Mauser ammunition (which is dimensionally identical to 7.62x25mm Tokarev, but slightly less powerful).

German-language manuals for the use of captured PPShs were printed and distributed in the Wehrmacht. In addition to barrel replacement, converted PPSH-41s also had a magazine adapter installed, allowing them to use MP 40 magazines. The less powerful 9mm round generally reduces the cyclic rate of fire from 800 to 750 RPM. Modern aftermarket conversion kits based on the original Wehrmacht one also exist using a variety of magazines, including Sten magazines.

As standard, each PPSh-41 came with two factory-fitted drum magazines that were matched to the weapon with marked serial numbers. If drum magazines were mixed and used with different serial numbered PPSh-41, a loose fitting could result in poor retention and failure to feed. Drum magazines were superseded by a simpler PPS-42 box-type magazine holding 35 rounds, although an improved drum magazine made from 1 mm thick steel was also introduced in 1944. Although the PPSh drum magazine holds 71 rounds, misfeeding is likely to occur with more than about 65. In addition to feed issues, the drum magazine is slower and more complicated to load with ammunition than the later 35-round box magazine that increasingly supplemented the drum after 1942. While holding fewer rounds, the box magazine does have the advantage of providing a superior hold for the supporting hand.

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Photos - World of Guns: Gun Disassembly

#guns #weapons #history #wwii #ww2 history #soviet union #firearms #cod #call of duty #smg #gun history

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funandfitness · 10 months

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Eugene Stoner: Revolutionizing Firearm Design with the AR-15

Discover the extraordinary story of Eugene Stoner, the brilliant mind behind the iconic AR-15 rifle. As a visionary gunsmith, Stoner revolutionized firearm design, leaving an indelible mark on the world of small arms. Dive into the intriguing journey of this legendary figure, as we explore his relentless pursuit of innovation and his profound impact on military weaponry. Uncover the engineering genius and untold stories behind the creation of the AR-15, a firearm that redefined modern rifles and forever changed the landscape of firearms technology. Join us as we pay homage to Eugene Stoner's incredible legacy and his lasting influence on the art of gun manufacturing.

#Eugene Stoner #AR-15 #Firearms #Weapons #Gunsmith #Rifle #Military #Firearm Innovation #Small Arms #Stoner Design #Weaponry #Gun History #American Gunsmith #Military Firearms #Gun Manufacturing

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spaceshiphorror · 1 year

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very interested in the era of firearm history known as "it's world war 2 and all our guns are too expensive so we need a cheap stamped metal piece of shit to mass produce"

i say "piece of shit" with love. these were all extremely high quality firearms.

except the sten. fuck you shepherd and turpin. your gun sucks.

#firearms #guns #guns and ammo #world war 2 #ww2 #ww2 history #gun history #firearm history #weapons

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peashooter85 · 1 year

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Unusual flintlock pistol with integrated lantern, Italy, early 19th century

from Czerny's International Auction House

#history #antiques #guns #firearms

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secretceremonies · 4 months

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Sisters of Divine Providence trying out new .22 caliber guns presented to them at camp Mishannock by Harrington and Richardson of Worcester, Massacusetts. (1957)

#nuns #1950s #retro #vintage #1950s vintage #old #black and white photography #vintage photography #nuns with guns #1950s history #old photography #old photo

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ruporas · 1 year

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invisible scars (referenced previous talk here)

[ID: A colourless, digital Trigun comic of Vash and Wolfwood talking about Wolfwood's scars. They're both laying in bed and topless. Vash lays on top of Wolfwood, playing with the rosary around his neck. Then, Vash kisses a spot on Wolfwood's chest. Wolfwood asks, "What are you doing?" Vash smiles sadly, "You got shot here. In the last town we visited. You didn't even bother moving."

Vash props himself up over Wolfwood, who frowns slightly. Wolfwood is quiet for a moment before he says, "You remember that, huh?" Vash grabs Wolfwood's left wrist and brings it to his face. "And here." He kisses another spot there. "When you helped free the hostages from that robber..." Wolfwood dismissively says, looking away, "Was a lucky shot." Vash huffs, “Don’t brag. Jeez.”

Half of Wolfwood's expression is shown, eyes returning to Vash who is now sitting up, continuing to say, "And..." Vash goes on and kiss Wolfwood's right palm. "You got cut here, even though that girl was aiming at me." A moment from the past flashes, of Wolfwood grabbing a knife aimed at Vash, his hand bleeding.

At present, Vash moves down and puts another kiss on Wolfwood's right shoulder. "And here, from watching my back." Another memory flashes of Wolfwood and Vash back to back. Vash looks back as Wolfwood grins while holding Punisher, bleeding from multiple gunshots in his shoulder.

"And," Vash combs up Wolfwood's hair to reveal his forehead, "Here." A final memory shows Wolfwood with a regeneration vial in his mouth while getting shot on his temple. The next panel is framed in blood with Vash at the center, eyes wide and stunned in horror. The next panel is a closed up shot of Wolfwood's eye, locked on Vash's face.

Back to present, Vash’s head is bowed down as Wolfwood raises a hand to his nape and says, “Spikey.”

Wolfwood looks serious and frowns as he says, "We talked about this. Those were my decisions. They're not there anymore. Forget about them." Vash looks very sad before he smiles ruefully and says, "I still see them. All the time." He leans down so they touch foreheads. Wolfwood’s sorrowful expression can be seen as Vash says, "You protect so much. I could never forget what you've done to me. And many others..."

In the last image, they're drawn more cartoonishly. Wolfwood sweats and asks, "You don't actually remember every wound, right?" Vash points at a spot on his chest. "Kuroneko left a scratch here 7 times." Wolfwood, startled, says, "Why the hell are you keeping count—" End ID]

Credits for ID here and here