M1 Garand Primary Extraction... But Not Really.
Development of the M1 Garand
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As a followup to an earlier video, Bloke wrestles his M1 to demonstrate how the primary extraction doesn't work. Cos that's not really what's going on with that little helical movement of the bolt as it opens - it's actually doing something else entirely :)
Also contains a small diversion into the myth of the extractor turning the case in the chamber.
This is also interesting: Nathanial F explains "anti-pre-engagement" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3-vEiMeYlM
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M1 Garand Clip Myths: Will It Ping?
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In this one, The Bloke hits himself in the head a lot, and throws metal objects at himself. All in the quest to test as much fuddlore as possible and to answer the age old question of "Will It Ping"? Which sounds like a corny 80's gameshow... Based on t...
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What Ain't Necessarily So About The M...
You'll Never Believe What The Bloke Does With An M1 Garand!
Bloke on the Range blokesplains certain bits of received knowledge about the M1, and how they ain't necessarily so.
Also packed full of handy tips, like how not to get your thumb caught in the action.
