Review: Mateba 2006M - an upside-down Italian 357

[@Mildcat743]

You NEED to open your collection to Ian at Forgotten Weapons

[@Nebula_Ultra]

No he doesn't

[@courtneyvaldez7903]

Ever since I watched Ghost in the Shell I've wanted this gun. It's gorgeous.

[@theamazingblazinggamer9916]

See he gets it.

[@BLsquared10]

Vash's revolver from the anime "Trigun" was based on this gun. The only major difference was that it was a break-action instead of a swing.

[@daviemerim25]

That's what brought me here!

[@SnowTheKitsune]

By any chance it ejected empty cases? Because i think that one is russian made but i might be wrong

[@chrislxxix3626]

Ghisoni was a genius. I live in Pavia, where Ghisoni lived and where Mateba was produced. Probably one of the best gun ever made in history :-)

[@Dell-ol6hb]

has to be one of the sexiest revolvers ever made

[@daveknight8410]

Still coming back to see what are very different important interesting & wonderful stories things & videos thanxs i do miss new content but we could say that about practically everything today 😊

[@turboslag]

These things are SICK!! First time I even heard the name Mateba so seeing these is a revelation! I sooo wish I lived in the States, these would be on my buy list! I ride Ducati and MV bikes so know very well that the Italians have their own way of doing things!

[@Anitropius]

Ridiculously cool guns. Thanks for sharing!

[@D5quared91]

God this guy must be fucking LOADED. I can just barely afford a used beat to death Rossi or Taurus. This guy has racks on racks of Matebas, Manurhins, and Korths!

[@TheBEAST205]

he's Martin Shkerli.

[@rmp5s]

Thanks so much for posting all these videos of epic guns, man. I personally really appreciate seeing the cool, unique firearms that I would never even know existed otherwise. Very very cool that you take time out to share. Thank you.

[@NosferatuXGutts]

I'm a huge revolver fan and I'd love to get my hands on one of these before it becomes impossible.

[@immortalslayer90]

How did you import them? I didn't know an individual could import guns themselves. How exactly does one do that?

[@Crazymoniker]

A way to fix the cylinder problem is add a rotary spring. Although, that's just more moving parts to go wrong.

[@tbonebugam1]

These are awesome. Never seen them before. Wish they weren't so rare

[@MrTRUCID0]

There are so many rare and unique guns out there that people never hear about. Thanks for making these videos they are very interesting.

[@helicopter201]

Beautiful & functionally superior to conventional design. Love it

[@Press1ToParty]

Holy sweet jesus, I can't even begin to imagine how much money that collection costed. I totally want a Mateba though. Just not sure how much I could really pay to acquire a Unica 6 or 2006M...

[@JimBrodie]

Correct on the Ghost in the Shell reference, the character Togusa carries a Mateba. He also gets stick from his squadmates Major Kusanagi and Bateau for not using an automatic pistol because of his personal preference to revolvers over his doubts about the reliability of semi-automatics. He doesn't admit this, just says that he likes the Mateba. I don't blame him though, it's a work of art. =]

[@kidricoflynn5813]

These are literally the closest thing to Ocelot's revolver in Metal Gear Solid 5. I now need to get one.

[@danielz2424]

Great, informational video. I was curious about the felt recoil and you explained it well.

[@vsGoliath96]

This gun appeared in Ghost in the Shell, Trigun, and most recently Revolver Ocelot had two of them in Metal Gear Solid V.

[@macectoman]

I'm fond of the look of these guns. That they function better than a conventional revolver makes them that much more appealing. Thanks for the video.

[@Grevlain]

Fantastic. The Rhino is probably my only option to even get close.

[@iamtheomega]

love the modular barrel change option, I've wondered forever why smith and Wesson hasn't done that, the only answer possible is accuracy, which is their raison d'être...you could easily mount a red dot on that both top and side/gangster style.

[@nickglass12]

Beautiful guns & presentation. Thanks. Can't wait for more.

[@ShidavTheVedmak]

That threaded barrel is for a compensator attachment. I believe they may have made a flash hider at one point as well.

[@trinifishstix]

OMG it is a real gun.... I saw the Chiappa Rhino and loved the design (and yes i know this design because of Ghost in the shell)... Tis truly a beautiful piece to own IMO...

[@tmhunter7]

Man I really really wanted an Unica 6, but they are too pricey now days. I understand that one guy snatches every one up that comes on Gunbroker. I am glad that Chiappa is making the Rhino. Though the Rhino is not as good looking or as cool as the Unica 6, I think it's more practical and I am glad to have it since I can conceal carry it. You are lucky to have such a nice collection.

[@mravaalpha]

this is well mention in the ghost in the shell series!!!! love this so much

[@giulioonamor]

OUTSTANDING AND SUPERIOR GUNNERY. EMILIO GHISONI WOULD BE PROUD OF YOU. CHEERS!

[@luciol.5648]

Seems to me that some numbers over one of your Matebas are "CAT 6306", if it's true that model is not a 2006M but a 2006C, even more rare.... The other one can be propably "CAT 5577"

[@rupert93r]

Could you import the 2" barrel for it later separately?

[@patfilice]

For such an innovative gun it just looks so simple

[@aserta]

The wrench you could make yourself an unbreakable one if you do this: You get a cylinder like the one the wrench has and where the pegs are you drill the holes and leave the drill inside just so it pokes out. Drill bits might snap/explode in a drill but for an application such as this, it's bulletproof. I used this for a special type of torque wrench and mine had only the inner pin like the plastic one on yours and one little peg. Still hasn't broken.

[@lightningandcloud]

matebas and chiappas looks so cool

[@TakeDetour]

Thank you for sharing this. It was fun to watch.

[@Aine_Evergreen]

Easily one of my favourite guns, wanted a model 2006m so badly I had to jump through a million hoops to track down a Marushin Airsoft 2006m since that was basically the only option, and then importing it into the UK was a six-month customs nightmare, but it was well worth the wait.

[@Nephi895]

Been dying for this one. Thanks for the review.

[@freedomeagle-q2p]

I have never felt like I needed an object so much

[@Luchoedge]

Dang, these look so sci-fi retro-futuristic! I Like'em!

[@Swissair171]

What is it with Mateba and space revolvers?

[@c.j.singleton3609]

I ran across a dealer at the Wanenmacher's Arm's show and he had a short barreled 2006M a friend and I had seen the new ghost in the shell movie the night before the dealer was cool and let us check it out.

[@ToshioThunder]

One day I dream of building my own guns. This design gets my wheels turning. Surprised I don't see more underslung barrels in revolvers. Looks like it works.

[@AeroCmdr]

Great video! I've always loved all Matebas and I'm really glad to see these finally in the US!

[@ungertron]

They are fantastically weird looking handguns, congratulations you certainly have some totally unique and interesting revolvers.

[@GregLoutsenko]

i wish my country had gun laws like you

[@2tommyrad]

Seeing as how serious a collector you are, perhaps a video on storing firearms that aren't shot much could be helpful. thx. great revolver.

[@MrDeltasgremlin]

I love these videos. Probably the best on youtube. I really hope you make more soon. Thank you.

[@whmitty1]

Damn that was enjoyable to watch! Thanks for sharing your collection with the KZbin crowd. I gave me a new perspective on the "Rhino" too.

[@jamar959]

Good video. Is the websight gone? Would like to learn more about Mateba.

[@kidchizzie]

Ghost in the Shell man, I can see why they went with it, it's pretty futuristic design.

[@lucywucyyy]

the snubby barrel looks really cool

[@taistelutomaatti]

I wish I was American so I could own a Model 6 Unica just for the heck of it. Here you

[@johnhaygood7234]

Hey Spud, really enjoy your channel

[@2tommyrad]

have you seen his other videos? The Mateba is normal looking when put next to some of his other pistols. Awesome collection of interesting firearms.

[@Brandon-wh8hr]

how is the grip angle on the 2006M I heard that the Chiappa Rhino has a very strange grip angle

[@derrekritchie3809]

Tucson Ritchie I really enjoyed the video. I recently purchased a 6 unica. new condition, and never been fired. Is this unique revolver better with a compensater, or without?? The one I purchased did not come with one. And you are certainly right, not much information on this unique firearm. I love it !!

[@giorgiomunzini4819]

Beautiful guns,,, congrats😎👌

[@ThaReportar]

GUYS. THE THERMAL DRILL. GO GET IT

[@The.Red.Tomahawk]

Mr. Robattaz ajajj payday 2 shit here wasnt expecting it

[@ThaReportar]

tomas fabbro ayylmao

[@E1ghtysix]

The recent alesso heist doc added the 2006m to the game.

[@grotty9850]

+m86edit That's why he referenced Pd2

[@ThaReportar]

+Gizmo Sloth :^)

[@LupisLupine]

I'd love to have a Mateba, they're simply eye catching. I'll get a Rhino at some point soon, but my collection always has room for the classic Mateba. =D

[@Trevlee74]

Very unique brand of firearms. They have a cool steampunk look to them.

[@first6digits]

YOU SIR. YOU JUST EARNED A SUB. Love your pistol style.

[@moneymandate]

Emilio Ghisoni was a strange, brilliant man

[@FUNKCHUNKEM]

Damn these things are cool looking. Dream revolver, basically. Out of curiosity, what is the process of hunting one of these down and acquiring it like?

[@MidnightBerries]

I'd like to know the answer to this as well.

[@VlRGlL]

Ditto

[@witnessme2351]

when your a vintage gun collector badass level 1000000000

[@connorhagen5151]

Beautiful guns my friend. Nice vid

[@Hirosama91]

@LifeSizePotato Ever thought of getting those wrenches machined in stronger alloy?

[@WoWRSVids]

john wain's reaction to a Mateba i would pay to see

[@claytonharper2323]

I'm going to Europe next year, and was wandering what you have to do to import firearms, can you give me some information?

[@SnowTheKitsune]

Yes. Togusa is usin Mateba 2006M in Ghost in the Shell anime :)

[@RevolverTv]

Did you ever pick up the 454 casull 6 Unica?

[@BulletShogun]

Remembering what you said about machining. The best built gun I ever owned was a smith and wesson model 10. built the year before they started making the model 10 in +p

[@danielg9227]

Ever thought about doing a co-lab with forgotten weapons? Im sure Ian would be interested on doing an archive of your collection and he could promote your websites

[@cheezyguy7119]

Is there any point where you feel the heat from the discharge? And if so is it in anyway painful?

[@SHPrevodenje]

What's it like purchasing one of these in Europe and bringing it back? Do you need an importing licence if you're just purchasing a single piece for your collection? Just curious - there seem to be a fair number of curios which would be easier to find in Europe.

[@stephaniehutchinson6740]

I played a children’s zombie game called unturned and a server had a workshop mod that allows you to get it, its my weapon of choice when making a character

[@beenjaminb6455]

When are you going to import the new FK BRNO 7.5MM?

[@TheKrisAwesome]

Beenjamin B You might want to ask that on a more recent video

[@XR4turbo]

I really like your taste in firearms. That is to say, we have the same taste in firearms. :)

[@brandonmaloney9758]

so what does it take to import them? does it push up the costs like to Korth/Manurhin levels?

[@lordmcted]

Heya, awesome vid bro, I'm not certain but I think it's designed for loading right handed, try switching to your left and tilting it to the right to load rounds with your right hand, I heard it was done that way because most people are more dexterous with their right hand for single rounds.

[@furiousoyster2166]

DW15 uses a similar barrel system you probably know but if u run about 12 hot rounds thru it. When it heats up it makes the barrel waaaay easier to remove.

[@AdotLOM]

2:58 - Togusa!

[@Bozar91]

I am jealous as all hell right now and not ashamed to admit it. You lucky bastard.

[@SEThatered]

I wonder if you can attach a bipod instead of weights like on Manurhin?

[@hangemhi]

Hey LifeSizePotato: Just FYI there is a Mateba Carbine on Gunbroker right now. You're probably aware already, but man, I'd love to see a review if/when you get one.

[@VFRSTREETFIGHTER]

Great video. Would love to here how hard importing them was. So now that Sphinx is importing again, are you looking at reviewing anymore of them?

[@Swindle1984]

So how did you find one overseas to import? I've wanted a 2006M for years.

[@minnesotanice369]

you keep up this addiction you will be the future dragon man

[@zXPeterz14]

Did you ever get round to fixing up the schüler reform

[@kitchentrout5867]

I never understood how people find super rare stuff like this. Who do you have to know or get to know? How do you find them?

[@Mace2.0]

These guns is something out of the anime, Trigun.

[@PewPewRobert]

Well, its not from Trigun, but it is Togusa's weapon of choice in Ghost in the Shell

[@nocturneJOJO]

+ChingChangWang Both gun were based on the Mateba design. Togusa's is just a slightly more accurate reproduction whereas Vash's is just inspired by the real ones. ;)

[@PewPewRobert]

***** cool

[@saintfloydoffentanyl1489]

Hey i noticed you havent posted on the channel in a couple years so maybe you wont answer, but how did you go about importing the Mateba 2006m. I really want one lol

[@aserta]

Oh and very important, almost forgot. Always start slow, using a lever and a vise with padded jaws. 50% of the time a bolt or wrench is broken because people apply the weight strong from the start. Or expect it to snap open. In case you decide to open it, good luck!

[@hangemhi]

Got it. Hopefully everyone else has your willpower and it comes down to a more reasonable price.

[@ViewVideoNow]

very cool guns! would you consider making a video on how to import firearms as an individual?

[@salty_armorer4027]

Forgive my ignorance, but how do you personally import a firearm? I thought only import companies could do it.

[@LifeSizePotato]

I paid an importer to do it for me. FFL01s (aka your typical gun dealers) are allowed to do occasional imports on their own, also.

[@GregLoutsenko]

it doesnt matter if its a collector's piece or not, your life is more important than that. the question is can it stop an attacker or not. i think revolvers are mechanically less likely to have any kind of stoppage or malfunction.

[@jhartmac100]

How can you import? I know you have to have a license and that's attainable but.........IM guessing these are legal here?

[@PonchoANS7]

Someone once said that there are no true semi-auto revolvers because none of them extract automatically, is this true?

[@BobBob-il9ux]

I would love to find and purchase the 2006m but cannot find it anywhere. I can find the model 6 unica but not the 2006m.