First Range Trip with a Type 96 Nambu LMG (I Think I'm in Love)

[@anthonyburke5656]

You probably won’t believe this, however, in the late 1960s, I, with my Australian Army unit, went to Papua New Guinea, we “walked” a fair bit of the Kokoda Track. We did a bit of “hearts and minds” with the locals. We explored the WW2 “battlefields”. We came across the usual detritus of war, including trenches, bunkers, ruined vehicle, the carcasses of crashed aircraft. Then, in a Japanese bunker system, we found complete, intact, well preserved and when stripped cleaned and re-assembled, functioning Japanese small arms. We also found ammunition. We also found Mortars and in one case small Artillery, however we didn’t test the mortars or artillery. We did “test” the pistols, rifles and machine guns. I think, with reliable ammunition, I would like the Nambu, like Ian, I found the Nambu very similar to the Bren (which I loved in both .303 and 7.62). We took a bunch of the weapons back to Australia, I know some of them ended up in Army museums and am certain a few of them were in our units private kit bags. We learned later that the bunker where we found many of the weapons had been submerged for years in stagnant water and the tannins in the stagnant water had coated the weapons with a preservative!

[@quironmiranda2591]

Unbelievable

[@MacDorsai]

John B. George in his book, "Shots Fired in Anger: A Rifleman's Eye View of the Activities on the Island of Guadalcanal", he had a lot of praise for the Nambu LMG (he calls it a M-96 (1936). He considered it superior to the BAR and the most effective Japanese weapon (based on his experience on Guadalcanal). He considered the top feed magazine a liability because of visibility. It was a target indicator because it projected higher than the grass and they could often spot the gun/gunner by the magazine. He also had praise for the height of the bipod, which is greater than most American designs. His approval stemmed from the need to get the weapon high enough from the ground to allow aiming and firing. Too close the ground and you can neither see nor fire.

[@dbmail545]

Great book! I wish he had published the book about his time with "Merrill's Marauders".

[@nonamesplease6288]

I knew a Pacific war vet who had much the same view of Japanese weapons. The Japanese soldier, with an Arisaka in his hands, was, for the most part, highly effective and the Marines and GI's respected their capabilities.

[@bidanchi1]

@@dbmail545 I agree. I felt a little disappointed that he did not cover his experiences there. I imagine that a second book was envisioned...?

[@SlavicCelery]

@@zoiders Confusing the BAR Police with the BRENaboog bois is not a fair comparison! BAR Police love a flawed design and know it's not perfect. BREN'ners maintain that weapon was the most perfect weapon ever created (just a hair behind the SMLE).

[@christopherreed4723]

Saying something is better than a BAR is setting the, err...bar pretty low as far as 1930s light machine guns are concerned. While I'd take a BAR into a firefight over a Chauchat any day of the week (and twice on Sundays), the Czech, French, British, and Japanese top-magazine designs all outperform the poor, neglected-by-Ordnance BAR.

[@matthayward7889]

Find someone who looks at you, the way Ian looks at a type 96 I know it doesn’t have the history, or technical aspects of a typical FW video, but I still came away feeling like I’d learned a lot about how it *works*

[@payne267]

Nobody would look at me that way

[@Scott079]

More like find somebody that looks at you, the way Ian looks at a VZ 61 scorpion

[@Nomed38]

@@Scott079 I can only get someone to look at me as Ian did to that sad AK contraption some months ago. I do wish I was joking...

[@TheFanatical1]

I am sure Ian has done a video on one before

[@marseldagistani1989]

That's how I look into the Almighty M1911 designed and blessed by Saint John Moses Browning and the M2 Ma Duce

[@ewathoughts8476]

When I was in Okinawa (1960s), we had several Type 96 and 99 Nambu's available with lots of Japanese issue ammo. The T96 loaders had an oiling pad integral, the T99 loaders did not. If we fired the T96 dry, we would get neck separations every so often. We found that we could wax the cases with Pledge furniture polish and reduce the separations to almost zero. I suspect your modern cases are a bit thin in the neck/shoulder area as compared to Japanese issue, and will require some lubrication. I would try rolling the cartridges using LEE sizing lube on a pad. That is essentially a dry lube that you can leave on the cartridges for a long time. The Type 99 has a slower extraction timing and does not need lubrication normally.

[@F4Wildcat]

I think Ian should make a video where he demonstrates how he cleans and inspects a firearm. Like a very thorough video with things like what oils he uses, what tools and such. What prayer to the machine spirit, you get the idea

[@YuriPRIMErpg]

I think that would be too pornographic to fly through youtube filters ;)

[@onpsxmember]

I think he avoids this, cause it would attract the "I use xyz lube" -gang.

[@forestalfrank1074]

Look at Mark Novaks channel "Anvil" kzbin.info/door/M86hA7E1y3vOJuzdqCXh1Q

[@hacooray525]

why would the omnissiah pray to himself? ... ah i see, to teach us silly mortals the proper way to do it

[@francismacomber4650]

Maybe he can show us how he cleans the chamber before he goes to the range!

[@RadioactiveSherbet]

"I know people who can't shoot *rifles* that well." Casually tooting his own horn. Lol

[@zendell37]

Well, not to slap myself in the face, but he was shooting prone off bipod. If someone can't get in the green at 60 yard with a properly zerod rifle under those conditions, they need the low-key slight.

[@briancreegan827]

@@zendell37 when their rifle is zeroed for 200 yards?

[@garethjames1300]

A very stable platform also

[@hyattbusbey3563]

*Raises hand* I at least have an excuse (dominant eye injury) but I sure can't pattern like that with a rifle.

[@richarddixson1971]

Say what you Like, we all know those guys who make niose, so they need that much ammo to get a job done. Gun Jesus did it on a 70 plus year old gun, he was shooting for the 1st time! With case seperation issues? Not tooting anything, it is True! just impressed with the gun. I have watched whole ammo cans go down range and not get 1/2 the hits CLOSE to a target that size. this dude just nailed it! 100% on paper. With only "one" sight adjustment.

[@LUR1FAX]

Don't tell his French Chauchat about this!

[@caffeinatedinsanity2324]

Chauchat or FAMAS?

[@TomOostenrijk]

I see some relationship drama coming.

[@kingofhogwarts9499]

He already cheated on his chauchat with a Lewis-gun during project lightening

[@lordcaler1661]

@@kingofhogwarts9499 shhh

[@ohno8589]

haha choo choo gun go: File for divorce

[@earthenjadis8199]

Ian, for April Fool's Day you should pick a Nerf gun and review it dead seriously like you would a proper weapon. It would be a hoot.

[@setlerking]

I would pay money to see that, complete with one of his signature history lessons on it.

[@johndoe-es7zh]

Or compare a 'realistic' airsoft gun to it's real counterpart.

[@3rdyoutubechannelstopdelet914]

He should take it apart and everything.. that would be absolutely hilarious

[@dark2023-1lovesoni]

@@johndoe-es7zh the KWA Glock 18c gbb would be great. I have 1 I can spare in like new condition. Interesting history since they were the first to offer such a model but got sued by glock and to this day don't offer glock models anymore. Or the Inokatsu M16 that supposedly is sooo realistic it fooled actual operators. Or the airsoft ARs that the ATF seized during import claiming the lowers might be compatible (and full auto) with real uppers.

[@daniellewis1789]

@Icyn Especially because the Maverick and similar guns have a rotating mechanism similar to some revolvers he's covered. I wouldn't mind seeing the RF-20 or Powerclip/Magstrike covered, but please no electric blasters.

[@volvok7749]

Not testing the bayonet charge capabilities is a grave oversight, the Emperor is displeased!

[@Taluien]

Soldier, it says here you wanted to charge the enemy with your bayonet instead of your entrenchment tool. Hand in your gasmask and maybe ask the Janissaries if they need another sissy to bolster their lines!

[@myparceltape1169]

Bayonet charge was my first thought when Ian said it was shooting high at 60m. You might get a few, by accident, but one of them will skewer you and the gun is lost to your emperor.

[@TheSeperatistConfederacy]

@@Taluien wrong emperor, lol

[@shanepower9201]

*S H A M F R U R D I S P R A Y*

[@Tontylous]

@asdrubale bisanzio false emperor

[@SachikaRomanova]

"Let's see what this puppy can do!" *two seconds later* "Ow!" Clearly the puppy bites, Ian.

[@lewisirwin5363]

It's a little Nipper, you might say. Sorry, I'll leave.

[@firstescobar6863]

Reminds me of when Gunny was firing a Japanese HMG I think it was a type 92 and he got a cut on his hand from firing it for some time.

[@Em-Jayyy]

It's currently 4:00 AM where I'm at but you better believe I'm staying up a little bit longer just to watch this

[@F4Wildcat]

And when you are done watching, i wish you a good night rest!

[@treygates4636]

Same it now 4:37 am, 35 minutes after your comment, and I cant say im disappointed I stayed up to watch this.

[@josephowens5287]

Seattle?

[@OliverIsanzi]

Mood

[@BRMLs9]

Two hours ahead of you. Forgotten Weapons gets me through those groggy moments of making and enjoying my first cup of coffee

[@immikeurnot]

The Type 99 Arisaka is actually kind of impressive. A WWII rifle with not only cock-on-close and rear aperture sight while still having a lot of obvious Mauser influence, but polygonal rifling and a chrome-lined bore. It was probably the most technically advanced bolt action rifle in the war.

[@iannordin5250]

Japan produced probably the best bolt actions. The 38 and 99 are fantastic... their front posts are a problem though, the type 38 especially.

[@alangordon3283]

@@iannordin5250not the best then 🤷‍♂️

[@LOVEMUFFIN_official]

I would probably say the MAS 36 if asked about the best bolt-action of the war. Simplicity, great sighting system, and overall good design execution.

[@CtrlAltRetreat]

​@@LOVEMUFFIN_official You must've had better luck with yours. Mine has a rough action, feels like mild sandpaper and is by no means fast. I like the concepts, and the look for that matter. Just wish it was smoother... a lot smoother

[@marcuscook5145]

Don't forget the dust cover.

[@markholbrook7482]

Ian is in his element diagnosing a misfeed

[@WannabeCanadianDev]

I liked that, I'm not really a gun person, but as a software developer I liked how he clearly knew what he was doing and was going through a series of specific steps to figure out what was up.

[@MrHugabum]

It Ian himself doesn’t like this I’m going to join the French Foreign Legion

[@SlavicCelery]

"I gave this three clicks of adjustment. I have not looked this up" - Ian being absolutely honest in his videos. Love it!

[@jonsitron11]

It’s nice seeing some “behind the scenes” footage now and then! Highly enjoyable to see what you go through and the work you put in your videos!

[@feeldafood2953]

If you put a bayonet on you get 50% accuracy and 200% honor.

[@GaryHamad]

and 300% on War Crimes Rates

[@happyveliz]

+50% accuracy or -50% accuracy?

[@feeldafood2953]

@@happyveliz +50 accuracy because the extra weight will stabilize the gun when mounted.

[@grandadmiralzaarin4962]

TENNO HEIKA BANZAI INTENSIFIES

[@Rollerbear712]

@@feeldafood2953 and it doesn't give negative speed whilst running coz of the melee perk. A simple yet effective pro tip

[@pkt1213]

It's nice it extracts its own ripped case head.

[@RiderOftheNorth1968]

Glorious Japanese technology: Self clearing of shameful jam.

[@kevinsullivan3448]

@@RiderOftheNorth1968 Why were they lubricating with jam?

[@mfree80286]

@@kevinsullivan3448 Peanut butter and shame sandwiches.

[@SteelHex]

I read an account of an American soldier island-hopping in the pacific during WWII, and according to him the Nambu machine gun had a fearsome reputation, along with the so-called knee mortar.

[@DougthebearRichards]

I guess he didn't have to face a BREN so he only had a BAR to compare with.

[@georgewhitworth9742]

@@DougthebearRichards I think the BREN is overshadowed by the MG42/34's

[@fender7695]

@@DougthebearRichards type 96 & Bren are totally different guns despite looking similar. They are both amazing

[@redcorsair14]

My grandfather(USMC aircraft mechanic) captured an enemy position with one of these at Guadal Canal. Took out the gunner, the loader and the NCO of the pit, took several hits from the NCO's saber(not katana). The gun went down because they hit the magazine just above where it hits the gun and jammed it but the gunner didnt notice and thought it was a jam and in his panic sat there and kept pulling the charging handle.. He ended up despite his injuries taking the 96, the saber, the pistol, and the loader's Arisaka. The 96 is interesting in that it has a bullet holes in the mag, the stock and in the bipod. Long before it passed to my dad, it had its barrel welded :( End story was as a reward for bravery they sent him to flight school and promoted him to officer and he flew Corsairs by the end of the war and in Korea. Did not count as a battlefield promotion since they did it Stateside.

[@catfish552]

"Once again, soft point has bitten us there" Looks more like something has bitten the soft point, really.

[@jimmelnyk7506]

What great timing on this video. Yesterday, I watched an old episode of "Tales of the Gun" from 1999. The subject was Japanese firearms, and one of the people providing commentary was your father.

[@awakennomore]

That accuracy is seriously impressive. That's a pretty sweet LMG.

[@thispandaispurple]

Sounds like Ian goes through the same safety checks any responsible gun owner does when receiving a "new" old surplus gun.

[@rogainegaming6924]

As one should

[@Celebmacil]

That target pattern is honestly super freaking impressive.

[@baconx4]

Shooting old milsurps is more hazardous then people think and requires great care. In the 30 years of my collecting, I've had 2 catastrophic failures. M1 Garand went boom due to badly stored Korean ammo and an FN-49 out of battery discharge due to soft commercial primers. Ian is doing everything right but that's still no guarantee. I have a great appreciation for your efforts to bring us these historic beauties.

[@dinoc.5537]

A perspective I got firsthand from Pacific Vets was the opposite view in terms of their enemy's equipment. While most of them held a bitterness toward their enemy's ethics and treatment of Filipinos, Chinese, and POWs, but they had nothing but respect for their small arms for the most part. Many of them had experience with having to use captured materials during the protracted battles in the island hoping campaigns, so they used these weapons and ammo firsthand. They shared your views on the Nambu Type 96 as well as others.

[@PowderedToastMan3]

Messianic Francophile Firearm Aficionado gets Caught in the Act with His New Japanese Mistress.

[@edwardkelliher4039]

Well that’s a headline

[@wierdalien1]

Thats cute

[@thesturm8686]

Ian redeemed the french, italian, calico, and now japanese guns. I love to see this continue

[@TheCheat_1337]

I love all the videos on pre-WW2 and WW2 Japanese guns. You should do more if you can get access!

[@zendell37]

Well he does know a guy. Although that fellow seems to have done quite a bit of work on them himself.

[@Arasaka107]

Who is dat girl on your thumbnail?

[@worldtraveler930]

His dad is the preeminent expert on Japanese firearms.... So Yeah he Does have a Good source.

[@philroberts1069]

I've read some stories from Australian soldiers who suggested that the Nambu would almost always fire high on its first burst. They suggested it was due to the tall front bipod and shorter japanese soldier. Interesting that Ian was firing high too, but he pointed out that it was due to the sights being zeroed at 200m.

[@8710MavrickCJH]

So Morphy's recent auction, lot 4004, was two Type 96 magazines. They sold a good bit over the appraised value. Not too long after, this video gets posted and I hear Ian remarking that he was lucky to get two...coincidence?

[@ExternalInputs]

HE moves in mysterious ways.

[@sockmon1]

I really enjoyed the format of this episode, the coverage of the process gave me a greater understanding of why you appreciate the functionality of this gun!

[@Case16710]

The sound on this one is amazing!

[@geegaw14]

Reminds me of the BREN - sounds very similar to me, but then again, they are similar designs so it makes sense.

[@russwoodward8251]

Damn. That's a frightening good LMG. Thanks for the shake down Ian. Great stuff.

[@josephnadeau6689]

I think that’s the one that took out Cotton Hill’s legs

[@R3dp055um]

and killed Ernie Pyle.

[@philllax1719]

Fair trade, you took my shins, I took fiddy of your boys

[@StacheMan26]

A beautiful piece of engineering even all these decades on.

[@Timmysteve]

yeah he's told us that he works out

[@PiousHeathen]

This more thorough look at your testing and setup was a nice treat, please feel free to do more in this style in the future. Also, its always "great" to see new malfunctions.

[@merylpelosi8485]

I knew 2 US Marines that were both severely wounded going ashore at Iwo Jima by Nambu light machine gun fire. Neither one of them ever called it an inferior weapon. Nice shooting, by the way.

[@johnharris1636]

Thank you for the very informative video! The grouping on the target was very impressive and shows just how hard it was for our Marines as they hit island after island.

[@jolanderphilip]

@1:42 I like that wagon ya’draggin

[@Vormulac1]

I've never seen a Type 96 fired before, that's really very impressive!

[@jeffreyabelson7171]

I happened to watch The Thin Red Line last night - I think the machine guns cutting down GIs is this weapon. I appreciate Ian's complete dispassionate relationship with weapons of war - I've learned a lot. But when you see depictions of these weapons in action, it's not so pleasant!

[@onpsxmember]

For me a significant audio quality improvement with this video. Either it just worked out or you upgraded something. I have no clipping at all and that while you're prone being prone to clothing interference. I'm looking forward to more videos with that Type 96, hopefully at a slightly longer distance.

[@nicksmith1313]

It was interesting watching this after watching your more recent video discussing headspacing.

[@milkapeismilky5464]

He's like a kid on Christmas. And what kid doesn't want a transferable type 96 for Christmas?

[@sumvs5992]

How about just building a new one? You get two presents on Christmas day, one is the machine gun, and the other is the relief of not having to pay for dog food anymore, meaning more money for ammo

[@lenheinz6646]

Love me some Steinels. I have bought their .45-70 Trapdoor load, their .38/200 load for Webley and Enfield revolvers, their 9mm Bergmann/Largo load and (of course) their 7.65mm French Longue. All shot very well, with no malfunctions and good accuracy. Echoing another commenter, I was surprised at how compact the Type 96 is. Comparing it to a BAR (at the Cody Firearms Museum) the Type 96 makes the BAR look enormous.

[@evandotterer4365]

The type 96 and 99 Nambu LMGS were really the work horses for the Japanese. And I think it would be fair to say they took the most lives as far as small arms goes. Absolutely devastating ambush weapon.

[@andybenton7431]

I got to handle one of these, innocuous though, when I was part of a historical Lighthorse troop. I was struck by how nice it was and was saddened that there was no avenue to keep it and use it as a working historical weapon. Ironically it was used in showing how Universal (BREN gun) Carriers were set up alongside a Boys anti tank rifle. My dad did speak about facing these during his service in the South Pacific. He would have also agreed with Ian on the Arisaka being a great rifle, he somehow came into possession of one after he demobbed in '46. Thanks for the video.

[@hesnotbad9045]

*realizing that’s hunting ammunition for sporterized arisakas* “oh god”

[@EkiToji]

Yeah, this video kinda makes me want to buy an Arisaka and chronometer and start reloading some 6.5x50mmSR.

[@xilon56]

Probably the biggest market for the ammo, not many people shoot arisakas just for kicks.

[@rudivanaarde8952]

Love seeing the targets and where the rounds hit. Thanks

[@matthewhelton1725]

RE: Neck Separation; Could also be excessive headspace. In his book, Ian Chinn mentions the barrels on those are on the soft side.

[@SlavicCelery]

Also could be improperly formed and finished brass (slightly more likely). Ian did say the chamber was improperly cleaned though.

[@BomberBrent]

I am absolutely amazed with the controllability and accuracy of that firearm.

[@joshuaradick5679]

Ian clearly was excited to try this one and really seemed to enjoy it.

[@Whisp.Gaming]

I've watched your videos since I was 13, and you have seriously been an inspiration to me.

[@joshuaspicer8454]

Congratulations on a very nice gun Ian, love your content,but its always very satisfying to see you get yourself something great that you've wanted!

[@carlmontney7916]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. It's nice to see a vintage weapon like that used in a real world situation. You could have easily edited the video to take out the jams and feed issues. But it sure wouldn't have been as entertaining and Informative as what you presented here. Great job well done.

[@jsbelljr83]

Man you have an awesome job getting to fire all those vintage weapons.

[@Ni999]

Impressive how steady that is.

[@F1ghteR41]

Don't forget that Japanese LMGs (and MMGs) of WW2 were at least partially equipped with scopes, which was very unusual for the time.

[@rodgerjohnson3375]

I have purchased numerous automatic weapons and I can tell you there is a certain joy and exhilaration the first day on the range. Ian cant hide it either.

[@socalgn159]

The Japanese weapons of WW2 have always been my favorite of the period, so unique. Not always the best, but very unique. Didn’t Ian also get a Lewis gun??? Seem to remember he said he won the auction for that several months ago.

[@Rico_71]

I really really like this type of video, is very well put together with all useful info for someone that, living in the EU, does not have the same possibility to go shooting random LMGs. Also i like the kinda "behind the scene" vibe

[@BruceEEvans1]

"I know some people who can't shoot rifles that well." Pleased to meetcha, Ian. :-)

[@mjo4981]

A fearsome little weapon. That's not something that somebody would want to be on the receiving end of! A tight group from an experienced gunner would be devastating. Great shooting Ian!

[@enricopaolocoronado2511]

Anyone else just loving the design of this particular Nambu design?

[@fdmackey3666]

I know of a gent who owns two BARs (one pre war and one late war), a BREN, and a MG42. NONE of those MGs "like" anything other than ball ammo....But then his 1939 production Thompson, 1945 production M-3 "Grease Gun", and 1969 production M-60 will happily digest anything he feeds them (bullet configuration wise that is). By the way, all of his MGs and SMGs are legally owned and licensed. As a side note the Remington manufactured 1911A1 and the M-3 I was issued (as a tanker) in 1980 were both of WWII manufacture and would feed ball and soft point bullets with ease. If I had to guess I would say that the cleaner the chamber was the better the weapon(s) fed.

[@Vagabond671]

So Ian, when are you gonna release Type 96 body pillow merch?

[@alfatazer_8991]

Not before he releases the Famas body pillows first.

[@arthurhucksake2665]

Raifu body pillows for everybody!

[@thesturm8686]

Sign me up!

[@5anjuro]

Oil painting: Gun Jesus On the Hills of Manchuria.

[@user-njyzcip]

I think Japanese soldiers used the Type 11 more over there, because how chronically short on LMGs the KMT army is

[@AlexKS1992]

@@user-njyzcip I’d hate to use the Type 11 on the dusty plains of Northern China. I read that there was issues with the Type 11 jamming due to the dust.

[@hanktorrance6855]

This was very interesting, not only the prep work, but as you said, the accuracy of the bursts, once you got it reasonably dialed in.

[@BurkeSchneider]

I remember watching Ian's Dad on the History Channel during a Tales of the Gun episode going over Japanese small arms of WW2. This was way before Forgotton Weapons.

[@IdeasBox]

Wow... fantastic grouping for an lmg.

[@hamm6035]

Amazing that Japanese weapons are finally getting some recognition for how good they are.

[@soldat2501]

*how good SOME were. Their pistols ranged from downright awful to just below adequate. The Type 92 HMG was heavy with a slow rate of fire from 30 rd stripper clips which needed lubrication for sustained fire. It was basically adequate. The Type 11 with its hopper-fed design was interesting but not very effective in a larger sense. Taking rounds from soldiers around you solved some supply problems but then you’re taking on the liability that all the soldiers took care of their ammo and provided clean, undamaged clips. Their SMGs were barely adequate in that while reliable, they fired an anemic cartridge. They also weren’t supplied in decent numbers to make a difference. Finally, their late war, last ditch rifles were functional but their materials and construction varied widely and made their reliability an issue. I agree with you 100% on their rifles. Especially the Type 38 with the light recoil 6.5mm cartridge. Flat shooting, with a long barrel that burned most of the powder, it did not have much of a flash and very little smoke. Perfect for keeping your position hidden in jungle environments. However, a great bolt action is still secondary to a self-loading rifle like the M1, SVT, G41.

[@kovona]

I have a Japanese made Winchester/Miroku 1892, very nice gun. But I'll be hesitant shoot anything Japanese from WW2...

[@para1324]

Interesting LMG and nice target Ian. I hope you find a good supply of FMJ.

[@DBZ483]

Just as I finish watching hours of old ww2 Japanese footage you bless me with this.

[@markymark3572]

From what i've read lately, both this & the much improved Type 99 with the more powerful 7.7mm round which followed, but never replaced it, were both excellent light machine guns. You live & learn..

[@germaxicus6670]

"I know some people that can't shoot rifles that well" Why you gotta call me out?!?!

[@RiderOftheNorth1968]

Don´t be so full of yourself! It is me he is calling out!!

[@kevinsullivan3448]

@@RiderOftheNorth1968 No! I'm Sparticus!

[@HappyMistakes]

~those back pops at 10:37 while pushing up to stand~ don't worry Ian, I'm getting old too

[@jzilbert2]

Japanese made firearms are the ones I know the least about, glad you are covering them!

[@valdo345jr]

That is a very impressive piece of armament. Considerably impressed that you could get 28 rounds on the paper but, put all of them in scoreable positions.

[@kisukek1294]

アメリカには、旧軍の武器が残っていて それが稼働できる状態であるということは、なんとも羨ましい限り。

[@randywatson8347]

Wow... 05:25 By the sounds of it, it is running pretty smooth mechanically.

[@dreamingflurry2729]

"What do you mean this is not a Finnish gun?" - "Sorry, Ian, this is a Finnish Brutality Match, you can't shoot that here!" :D ^^ Great vid, Ian, great vid :)

[@Kumimono]

Well, Finland was often referred to as "Nordic Japan", so I'm sure there's leeway. :)

[@Redshirt214]

The funny thing is, he actually could use an Arisaka for Finnish brutality...

[@MyCaptainPugwash]

Why I like your videos, just pure information about the topic on hand that you know about and have researched.

[@traktorworks3200]

i am always very very impressed with your gun craft, your informative commentary and quite entertaining videos. many many thanks.

[@dsbmwhacker]

Excellent! Thanks for taking us along!

[@SiriusArc7]

I'm jealous of you so much because we can't shoot any guns in Japan except for bear/deer hunting purposes.

[@hugopepe1722]

I'm jealous of you, all i can do is go to my dear fridge for beer hunting purposes

[@thejapanarchocommunist]

Well, that and airsoft.

[@滝川洋平-c2z]

And for skeet shooting plates.

[@whoami1449]

In my country( well, in any country really) you can buy almost any gun and use them as long as youbare willing to do the paper works, willing to wait for the paper works to come through, and pay any price your gov ask for.

[@homerobueno3295]

@@whoami1449 No, there's countries you can't do that

[@megapangolin1093]

Fascinating examination of how to appreciate that guns are not inherently reliable. This gun seems to be like a Range Rover, thoroughly lovable, but quite unreliable. Great video Ian. Lovely looking gun.

[@pantsmodetoo]

Ian out here showing off the rare species of spent shell along with the Nambu.

[@needleonthevinyl]

I like how diagnosing and clearing a malfunction is slow, thoughtful and relatively gentle. I hate it when people shoot guns and deal with a malfunction as if they were in a live firefight, hitting and pulling and mortaring. There is no hurry when shooting for fun or for a video. People forget that.

[@mehmednedjib7361]

Good to see that Duncan McCollum's legacy lives on with you.

[@Chrinik]

It's my birthday and Gun Jesus blessed me with a video about a rare and interesting firearm! Praise be the holy handgrenade of antioch. May your propellant be dry, your primers functioning, your extraction true and your recoil managable. Amen.

[@Old299dfk]

No shit, I would love a livestream of Ian just stripping guns. That would be so cool! You could even pre-record them, loop them and just put them on an infinite stream. I bet the ASMR is on another level.

[@TheCarDemotic]

You aren’t allowed to show firearms on a live stream according to KZbin rules and TOS

[@mombunny3402]

"Im gonna put 6 rounds in". Puts in 5....anyone else notice that? That desert heat must be brutal to make gun jesus (hollowpoint be thy name) mess up like that....ive been watching for almost a decade and it very rarely happens. Hes a perfectionist, takes pride in his knowledge and his work.

[@ACOGLMT556]

Would love to see you do another colab like project lighting but with ww2 lmgs, maybe smgs and maybe even battle rifles

[@kennethborden929]

I really enjoyed this video! It's not often we get to see what's happening down range in your shooting videos. Very cool!

[@user-njyzcip]

The length of pull suited Japanese soldiers back then, they were on average pretty short Edit: turns out the Japanese government records the height of every 17yo male, and in 1939 the average was 160cm (5' 4")

[@Arasaka107]

They were so cute soldiers

[@muhammadnursyahmi9440]

@@Arasaka107 not so when they are charging at you with their bayonet!

[@fg42t2]

My fathers cousin was on Guadalcanel.with the Armys 32nd division they relieved the Marines. He said the first night they were charged by Imperial marines who . had to be 6'2"carrying 30' barreled rifles with long bayonets. Quite a shock to a group who averaged 5" 6"

[@Arasaka107]

@@muhammadnursyahmi9440 they were not very strong, if a single one charges you with a bayonet you can simply hold him down.

[@StrangerOman]

Oh my, looks like a new series of videos are coming in. Top feed gang rejoices.

[@bigbrowntau]

6.5mm battle proven LMG with Ian's seal of approval. Perhaps it should be run in the competition for the US Army's new firearms competition? Thanks again for a fascinating video. How did you find it compared to a Bren? As an Aussie, I do have a fondness for top-loading magazines.

[@sushytacos96]

I really enjoyed the behind the scenes element of this video. It's like other "first shots" videos and it's neat.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Great info