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You know, there are many types of weapons in the world, and sometimes it is difficult to make a choice. Sometimes you don't have to. From AK-47s crossed with M16s, to shotgun- revolvers, Luftwaffe survival weapons, hybrid hunting rifles, and more. Here are some of the strangest combination firearm designs that gunsmiths have managed to create. When the United States entered the Vietnam War, the standard rifle was the M14. After clashes with the Viet Cong and the VNA, it was replaced by the M16, a similar rifle. Unfortunately, there were some drawbacks. The M16 was, let's say, imperfect. It was known for its unreliability compared to the AK-47 and required serious design refinement.
There was another problem. The first batches of M16s were supplied with 20-round magazines. If the rifle worked at all, it meant it had 10 fewer rounds than the AK. Therefore, Americans found themselves at a disadvantage even under the best of circumstances. Something was needed to even the odds. Some soldiers managed to obtain 30-round magazines purchased on the civilian market, but they were hard to find. Alternatively, others used enemy equipment for their own purposes. Details are scarce and most of the evidence is unconfirmed, so it is worth being careful with this information. But some special forces and ARVN soldiers took captured Chinese magazines for the AK, namely from the Type 56. They differed slightly from Soviet and
other AKs in that they had a flat back wall. They did not have a central stiffener that held the magazine together. The Chinese magazines and feeder were thinner to accommodate the smaller 5.56 cartridge used by the M16. A few other modifications were required, such as filing down the feeder jaws and cutting a hole in the housing for the magazine catch. After these and other changes, the Chinese AK magazine could fit the M16 or CAR-15. Since the 5.56 was smaller than the 7.62, it could theoretically hold up to 40 rounds, although soldiers rarely carried more than 30 or 35. As you can imagine, these magazines were not of the best quality and often jammed, which, to be fair, was the norm for
early M16s. It is not known exactly how many of these M16/AK hybrids were made, but their number was limited. Only a few years after the start of the war did the M16 receive standard 30- round magazines. Cambodia has an unusual rifle that can best be described as the "Frankenstein " of weapons. The basis of this weapon is the Colt M16 rifle, modified for the.22 Long Rifle cartridge. The other part of the weapon is a combination of two different types of AK. It has a barrel, fore-end, and other parts from the Chinese Type 56, and a wooden stock from the Soviet AKM, all combined into a single, unique product. The M47 or AK16, or whatever it's called, is a one-of-a-kind weapon.
She is currently at the 911 Shooting Club in Kandal, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. You can rent it if you're interested. The.22 Long Rifle cartridge provides almost complete recoillessness, although firing is limited to semi-automatic mode. Most military weapons are designed with one goal in mind-simplicity. Survival rifles take this philosophy to the absolute. Remove everything unnecessary and leave only what will help you survive. Apparently, the creator of the M30, Luftwaffe Drilling, was not informed about this. This strange combination of rifle and shotgun doesn't look like a survival tool, but rather like someone got too carried away with blueprints.
Designed by German gunsmith J.P. Sauer &Sohn, the M30 was created for Luftwaffe pilots as a survival rifle to hunt game in the event of a downed aircraft. The name "Drilling" comes from the word " three", which means the number of barrels. It was a standard rifle with a break-action mechanism and a pair of 12-gauge barrels, under which was a rifled barrel chambered for the 9.3 × 74 mm R hunting cartridge. It had two triggers: one for smooth barrels, the other for rifled. When assembled, the M30 was 42 inches (about 107 cm) long and weighed about 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg). Unlike other military weapons, it was exquisitely crafted: a blued barrel
, an engraved steel receiver, and a polished walnut stock. Rather than being purely utilitarian, it was a work of art, perhaps due to the influence of Luftwaffe chief Hermann Göring, who had a flair for the outrageous. The M30 was stored disassembled in a green aluminum case along with 20 rifle cartridges, 20 shotgun shells, and 25 shotgun shells for hunting small game and birds. There are no records of the weapon being used for its intended purpose, although many Luftwaffe pilots used it for target practice. The Luftwaffe ordered 4,000 units, but only about 2,500 were produced, and they are now highly sought-after collector's items.
One example recently sold at auction, complete with case, instructions, and other components, except for the cartridges, for an impressive $22,000. In 1843, French physician Jean LeMa moved to New Orleans, where he received a number of patents, the most famous of which was an unusual hybrid of a revolver and a shotgun. The LeMa revolver had a drum that held up to nine capsule cartridges, usually.42 caliber, although.41 and.40 caliber versions were also produced. At the rear of the trigger was a rotating lug, which in the lower position allowed a shot to be fired from a 16th or 20th caliber shotgun mounted under the main barrel. LeMa's revolver was a rather heavy weapon. It took longer to reload
than contemporary revolvers, but the 10 rounds of total ammunition compensated for this shortcoming. Before the Civil War, LeMa and his cousin, Army Major P. G. T. Beauregard, tried to sell the idea to the U.S. Army, which was interested in the design, but because factories were in Paris and Birmingham, they declined until production could be established domestically. Beauregard and LeMa attempted to establish a factory, but this plan failed with the outbreak of hostilities in 1861. LeMa revolvers were smuggled in from overseas through the naval blockade of the North and were in great demand in the resource-starved Confederacy
. Of the 8,000 units ordered, between 1,500 and 2,500 were delivered, most of which went to the Confederate cavalry. Notable users of the LeMa included General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, Cavalry Commander J.E.B. Stuart, and of course, P.G.T. Beauregard, who was promoted to general. The Confederacy also ordered "baby" LeMas, which were smaller and had the more familiar.32 caliber, but only about 100 of them were produced. After the war, the bulky LeM design became obsolete and had almost no demand. He tried to develop versions for pin and centerfire cartridges, as well as a revolver carbine, but they were not successful Today, the LeMa revolver is considered exotic, and many companies
manufacture replicas of this unusual hybrid weapon. The original, however, is very valuable due to its limited quantity and can fetch over $17,000 at auction. The Khyber Pass is a route connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, where artisanal arms production flourishes and one of the most active firearms markets in the world operates. Weapons from the Khyber Pass are licensed copies of the originals, which may include AK-47s, M16s, Lee-Enfields, M1911s, and many other models. The quality of these replicas ranges from decent to "I would n't want to stand around when this gets shot." In addition to replicas, the Khyber Pass gunsmiths also combine parts from different weapons, seemingly without any
logic or meaning. One example is the AK -47 with a longitudinally sliding bolt. This specimen is amazingly handcrafted from original parts, but each element is inspired by different types of firearms. The magazine is borrowed from the Bren machine gun. The bolt is similar to that of the P14 Enfield, and the barrel, stock, and other parts are from the AK series, although the gas tube and ramrod are there for aesthetics only. Other examples include the Soviet SKS and the German G3, combined together in 5.56, as well as a strange, probably homemade combination of an AK and HK 53 with parts from the Czech VZ 58-because why not?
This weapon was probably made in a single copy to order or intentionally made unusual for sale to tourists, mostly foreign soldiers. It seems the only limit to the gunsmiths of the Khyber Pass is their resources and imagination. There are other examples of hybrid and combined weapons. If you know of any other specific examples, please write in the comments. We're always happy to take a look at a couple of "damned" weapon shots. In the world of firearms, none have had such a profound and lasting impact as the AK-47, M16, and G3, developed in the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s, respectively.
This weapon has been used in countless conflicts and has become an iconic symbol both on and off the battlefield. They represent power and military strength. From the dark jungles of Vietnam to the snow-capped mountain ranges of the Hindu Kush, these weapons have changed the course of history. Whether it was the reliability of the AK-47, the accuracy of the M16, or the power of the G3, these weapons were trusted by guerrillas, soldiers, and criminals to get the job done. When analyzing each weapon, it is important to understand the history of its development, combat characteristics, and modern use. And comparing them, the difference in cost and functionality will show how each of them has shaped modern warfare. Each weapon
has a unique and legendary history of creation, as they were designed to solve different combat missions. So, let's start with the history of each weapon. History. The AK-47 was developed in the Soviet Union by Mikhail Kalashnikov as a weapon to defend Russia against a German invasion. As a soldier, Mikhail was wounded in battle, and while recovering, he heard countless soldiers complain about the unreliability of their rifles. Kalashnikov vowed to level the playing field for his compatriots and create a weapon that could compete with the German one. After several years of development, he created the Kalashnikov assault rifle of the 1947 model
, or AK-47. It was a hybrid of previous innovations in rifle technology, incorporating the best features of the American M1 Garand and the German STG 44. It uses the 7.62 x 39mm M43 cartridge and is a switch- fire rifle that combines the power of a machine gun with the accuracy and range of a rifle. Thanks to the development of this weapon, Russia was able to provide its communist allies with serious firepower during the Cold War and confront the United States in Korea and Vietnam. The G3 was the result of the work of Mauser engineers who collaborated with the Spanish government agency in the Light Weapons Development Group in Germany in the 1940s. However, after World War II, the
German engineers responsible for the project were transferred to French specialists at the Centre d'Études et de in France, where they were supervised. The rifle was later modified and adopted by the Spanish army as the Modelo 58 chambered for the 7.62 x 51 mm Cetme cartridge. It was adopted by the West German government and manufactured by Heckler & Koch, establishing itself on the export market. During the Vietnam War, the United States needed a weapon capable of rivaling the AK-47 on the battlefield, using a smaller caliber and higher bullet velocity than the M14. The M16 was designed to be lighter, able to carry more ammunition, and to operate reliably in
harsh weather conditions. Gaining popularity among soldiers in Vietnam, the M16 became one of the most influential rifles in history and ushered in a new era of lighter weapons with higher muzzle velocity. The M16 is still used by the United States today, a testament to its quality design. This is the most widely used model in the entire M series, which is lighter and more accurate than its predecessors. Cost. The cost of AK-47, M16, and G3 rifles varies depending on the specific model and location of purchase. Nevertheless, the AK-47 consistently remains one of the cheapest rifles: prices for the base model range from $400 to $600. And in some remote villages,
you can even pay for an AK-47 with a few chickens. The M16 is more expensive and can cost up to $1,200. The G3 is the most expensive of the three, with a price range of $2,000 to $2,500, but prices vary significantly between models. One of the most important factors in determining the price of any weapon is the cost of ammunition, as without bullets, it is useless. The AK-47 uses the 7.62 x 39 mm cartridge, which is relatively cheap and readily available. The M16 uses the 5.56 x 45mm cartridge, which is more expensive than the AK-47 cartridge but is still widely available. And the G3 uses the 7.62 x 51mm cartridge, which is more expensive than both the AK-47 and M16 cartridges. In addition to the cost of the gun and ammunition, buyers should
also consider the price of accessories. Accessories such as sights and magazines can significantly increase the overall cost of a gun. For example, a high-quality riflescope for an AK-47 can cost up to $400. So, while the AK-47 is the cheapest of the three weapons, it can be equipped with accessories that will significantly exceed the price of a standard M16 or G3. The AK-47 wins in this regard, as it is the most common weapon, so there are the most accessories for it. This potentially makes the AK-47 the most expensive weapon. However, if you look purely at the price of the base model, the G3 is still the most expensive, but it doesn't have as many accessories as the M16 or AK-47. The AK-47 wins in this because it is also
the most common weapon, so there are many additional accessories for it. Accessories and ammunition add to the overall cost of the gun, so taking these factors into account will help determine which rifle is actually the most expensive. Efficiency. On the battlefield, the AK-47 has proven its reliability countless times thanks to its long-stroke gas-operated mechanism, rotating bolt, and stamped receiver. This is an extremely reliable and durable rifle that operates in adverse conditions and requires minimal maintenance. It is also known for its simplicity of design and operation, making it easy to use for people without technical skills. The AK-47 is very intuitive, capable of firing in semi-automatic and automatic
modes, while remaining accurate at distances up to 300 m. The M16 is also a rifle with the ability to switch fire modes, but it differs from the AK in its direct-action gas system, rotating bolt, and aluminum receiver. The M16 is known for its accuracy and lightness, with a maximum effective range of 500 m. It is also renowned for its relatively low recoil and high rate of fire, making it an effective close-quarters weapon. The M16 expands its versatility with the ability to switch between semi-automatic and automatic fire modes. The G3 is a select-fire combat rifle that differs from the other two in having a semi-free slide with roller retardation, a fixed barrel, and a stamped receiver. The G3 is an extremely accurate
rifle with a maximum effective range of 600 meters. It is also known for its reliability and durability, making it a popular choice among military and law enforcement personnel. The G3 is capable of firing in semi-automatic and fully automatic modes. Overall, the AK-47 is the most reliable and durable of all three models. However, its accuracy and range are limited compared to the M16 and G3. The M16 is the most accurate of the three, with a maximum effective range of 500 meters and relatively low recoil. The G3 is the most powerful of the three, has a maximum effective range of 600 meters and good accuracy. All three weapons are capable of firing in semi-automatic and fully automatic modes. Are they used today? It is not surprising
that all three of the aforementioned weapon models are still in use. The AK-47 is the most widely used assault rifle in the world, with over 75 million units produced since its introduction in 1949. However, the AK's simple design makes it easy to manufacture, and by some estimates, there are now over 100 million AK-47s in the world. It is used by the armed forces of over 50 countries, including Russia, China, and most Middle Eastern countries. The M16 is also still used by many countries, including the United States and its allies. It is the standard issue rifle of the United States Armed Forces, a position it has held since the Vietnam War
. Finally, the G3 is still used by the German Army and many other countries, including Turkey, Portugal, and Greece. The common traits of each of these weapons remain key to defining a good rifle, and they usually relate to durability, power, and the ability to be mass produced. The AK-47 is noted for its reliability, especially in adverse conditions such as dust, dirt and high temperatures. It is also considered to have a low production cost and is relatively easy to use and maintain. The M16 is known for its accuracy and is capable of firing both single shots and bursts, making it a versatile weapon for a variety of combat situations.
Finally, the G3 is a reliable and accurate weapon that has served the German military for over 60 years. Although all three types of weapons have been in use for decades, they have received improvements with each new generation. Despite these improvements, all three rifles still embody the same basic design principles. They all fire high-velocity intermediate rounds, have selectable fire modes, and are capable of providing accurate and reliable performance in a variety of conditions. As a result, all three models are still in service and will likely be in use for many years to come. The AK-47, M16, and G3 rifles have been used in countless conflicts around the world, and their impact is still felt today. These are some of the
most recognizable types of firearms of modern times, whose designs have been copied in many other designs. They provided soldiers, guerrilla groups, and criminals with the tools to fight and achieve their goals. Their impact on the world was enormous, and their legacy will be felt for many generations to come. Some rifles are accurate at long range. Some rifles are compact and easy to carry. Some rifles allow you to easily take a drink. From bottle openers and wire cutters to cleaning kits and magazine loading devices-here are a few examples of weapons with hidden features that make a soldier's life easier.
Galil bottle opener. If there were a universal firearm, it would be the Galil. After the 1967 Six-Day War, the Israel Defense Forces, or IDF, needed a replacement for the FAL, which had poor performance. After studying captured AKs, the end result was the Galil. By the way, Galil was created based on the AK -47, invented by Mikhail Kalashnikov. Ironically, the inventor of the Galil was Israel Balashnikov. Anyway, the Galil was chambered for 5.56 mm and was produced in three versions: a standard machine gun, an automatic rifle, and a shortened automatic rifle, although other variants appeared later It was designed to be as
ergonomic as possible, with a cocking handle protruding from the top of the receiver, so both left- and right-handed people can use it equally effectively; It also had a folding handle for carrying. One of the most notable features, however, has nothing to do with the functionality of the weapon itself. IDF soldiers had a habit of using the front edge of magazines as bottle openers, which damaged the thin metal. To prevent damage to equipment, Galil is equipped with a built-in bottle opener. Located at the base of the barrel, it is actually a bottle opener. This is not just a part that can be adapted to open bottles, but a purpose- built element added solely for the soldier's convenience and to protect equipment from damage due to misuse
. This is not the only hidden feature of Galil. In the ARM variant, the attached bipod can be rotated to a special protrusion and used as wire cutters to cut barbed wire Although the Galil was the Swiss Army Knife of firearms, it was eventually replaced by the M16 series, gradually relegated to support roles until it was finally retired from service. Bayonet to MAS 36. If something works, someone somewhere will definitely figure out how to change it. After World War I, France sought to update its service rifle. The old Lebel and Berthier rifles were good, but the nature of warfare was changing, and
something more modern was needed. The result was the MAS 36. At first glance, it is a fairly typical rifle with a longitudinally sliding bolt. Its barrel may be a little shorter than expected, and the overall design a bit more rugged than other rifles of the era, but there's nothing about it that would set it apart as anything unusual. At least until the time comes to attach the bayonet. On most other rifles, the bayonet is stored separately, usually on the soldier's belt or in another location separate from the weapon itself. When it is necessary to attach a bayonet, the soldier fixes the blade on a special mount near the muzzle. MAS 36 has a different system. The needle bayonet with a cross-shaped section is stored in a
special compartment under the barrel, which makes it easier to transport. If necessary, it can be removed, turned over, and the base of the bayonet fits directly into the hole, where a special latch locks it in place. When it's no longer needed, simply press the button on the end cap to pull it out and flip it over. It then slides back into the storage compartment and locks in place again. This concept was generally well received and may have inspired a similar system for the German FG 42. However, there is a small problem. Soldiers, as is often the case, sometimes removed the bayonet from one rifle and attached it to another.
They would then insert the attached bayonet into the empty chamber of the other rifle, where it would lock. Both rifles are now permanently connected together. The button required to unlock the latch and remove the bayonet becomes inaccessible. So, by and large, the rifles were found to be tightly gripped and rendered useless. It is not known how often this happened, but it was probably quite common, as later versions of the MAS 36 bayonet featured a small hole that allowed a piece of metal to press down on the bolt spring, preventing a group of fools from ruining a perfectly good weapon. Tab for equipping magazines for the M3 Grease Gun submachine gun. Submachine guns are a great way to fire
as many bullets as possible in the shortest amount of time in a compact package. The problem is that they use a lot of rounds, and if powered by magazines, it means manually loading each one-a process that is time-consuming, tedious, and painful for the fingers. One of the weapons of World War II had a built-in solution to this problem. The M3 Grease Gun submachine gun was a simplified and cheaper alternative to the Thompson. Compact and easy to manufacture, it was produced in huge quantities and remained in service until the 1960s and later. He fired.45 ACP rounds from 30-round magazines. When they were empty, they often had to be refilled by hand. Special devices could be used to facilitate the process, but they were easy
to lose. To eliminate this inconvenience, an updated version, the M3A1, was equipped with a charging device. This may sound like a complicated technical knot, but it really isn't. Located on a retractable wire stock, this device is a simple metal hook. It could be used to push new rounds into an empty double-row, single-row magazine that was very difficult to load. It may be a small thing, but even a simple thing can make life a little easier. AK-74 cleaning kit. AK family firearms are well known for their reliability. Throw them in the mud, bury them in the sand, freeze them in ice and snow. Just clean the mechanism and it should fire without a problem. However, keeping your rifle clean is a
priority. Cleaning kits, however, are small and often get lost, especially in the field. The AK-74 has a built-in solution to this problem. There is a hidden compartment in the rifle's stock. Inside this space is a metal case containing the main cleaning components. The composition of the set may vary, but at its core it is a wipe-a metal part that looks like the eye of a needle. A piece of cloth can be threaded through it and attached to a ramrod that is stored under the barrel. There is also a metal brush that attaches
to the ramrod, a scraper for removing, say, carbon deposits from internal mechanisms, and a metal pick for manipulating small parts when disassembling the AK for maintenance. Access to the pencil case is through a spring-loaded lid. Just press the lid and the spring will push the case out-everything is ready to go, and small parts are stored in one convenient place where they're hard to lose. AN-94 and G11 hyperfire modes. One of the disadvantages of burst shooting is recoil. Each shot causes the weapon to deviate from the target. This can be offset by proper preparation, short bursts, and muzzle brakes to reduce barrel kickback. There is another
solution. Make the weapon fire even faster. The AN-94 was originally intended for the Russian army. The G11 was an advanced rifle with revolutionary caseless cartridges, developed for the West German army. What do they have in common? Both proved unsatisfactory for their countries. But beyond that-almost nothing, except for one feature. Both can fire automatically, but also in bursts. AN-94-two shots, G11- three shots. Thanks to the hyper burst mode, they fire at a rate of 1,800 and 2,100 rounds per minute, respectively. For comparison, the M16's rate of fire is about 800 rounds per minute. In practice, this meant that the last round of the round left the barrel before the recoil reached the shooter.
Every bullet hit the target and was not deflected by the barrel's toss. Everyone on both sides of the Iron Curtain liked the idea of hyperqueues. Who would refuse? But both rifles were too complex and had a number of other shortcomings, which made their adoption into service impossible. New firearms are constantly being developed, and although they are created for specific purposes, engineers and designers will certainly implement even more inventive solutions in the next generations of weapons. Why would a person reload an AK-47 with one hand? Why would a soldier hit his weapon? And how do you get an advantage in shooting competitions?
Here are some unconventional ways to keep the fire going. "Iraqi Reload." If firearms had a scapegoat, it would probably be the AK -47 and its derivatives. It's cheap, reliable, and can be found wherever you need it. It has become the weapon of choice for both entire nations and budget-strapped rebels. Despite all its advantages, it has one drawback. Recharging can be a hassle. Don't get me wrong, it's not that difficult, but it is a bit inconvenient. The magazine latch is located behind the receiver and must be pressed while simultaneously tilting the magazine forward. Compare this to its main rival, the M16, which has a button on the side of the receiver. I pressed it and the magazine
fell out, and I could insert a new one. All of this can be overcome with a little training, but faster is always better. This is where the "Iraqi reload" comes in. No one knows for sure who coined the term, but it likely came from coalition soldiers working with Iraqi forces during Operation Iraqi Freedom. When the last round has been fired, pull the slide back with your right hand and hold it, pressing the buttstock tightly against your shoulder. With your left hand, grab the new magazine and use it to knock out the old one.
Insert a new one, grab the forend, and then release the bolt. Is this elegant? Absolutely not. Is it effective? Perhaps. Such handling could damage the bolt or other parts of the weapon, but this is an AK, so if any weapon can withstand rough handling, it's this one. "HK-slap". The H&K MP5 is one of the most successful submachine guns in history, popular among law enforcement, the military, and often appears on movie screens. It was there that many people learned about the non-standard way of charging it. After the last round has been fired, the bolt is manually pulled back and locked into the groove.
Then a new magazine is inserted, and the bolt is removed from the groove and released. If the slide is stuck in the groove, H&K recommends "slapping" it. And yes, that is exactly the term used in the MP5 manual. This will return the bolt to the firing position, ready to fire. Gently returning the shutter forward will prevent this. And, let's be honest, it also looks cool. Tactical, emergency reload and reload with hold. Although not highly specialized techniques, tactical and emergency reloading are widely practiced and discussed by gun users around the world.
Emergency Recharge is exactly what the name suggests. Bullets are flying, and the ammunition is gone. Usually, when changing the magazine, the empty one is hidden. After all, they are reusable. In an emergency, this is refused. The magazine is unloaded, a new one is inserted as quickly as possible, the next round is sent, and fire is opened immediately. It's not elegant, just purely practical in a tense situation. When it gets a little calmer, a tactical reload is performed After a few shots, if there is a pause in the fight, a new magazine is taken out, the partially empty one is removed, and a new one is inserted; The cartridge is already in the chamber, no need to [__] it. This way, if the situation
escalates, you have a full magazine in your weapon, ready to use in the middle of a fight. Tactical reloading can be accomplished by juggling a new and half-empty magazine at the same time. Take the new magazine with your free hand, place it against the receiver, eject the old magazine and catch it, then insert the new one, and only then hide the partially used one. This can be a bit awkward and takes some practice. Reloading with magazine retention is similar, but involves removing the old magazine, cleaning it properly, and only then installing a full one. It's a little slower, but much easier. With both tactical and conservation reloading, the rounds in half-empty
magazines remain accessible and ready for use when needed. A full magazine is better than a half-empty one, but a partially filled magazine is better than none. Firearms instructors may use different methods and mix up the terminology a bit, but they are all ways to quickly reload. Double charging. Removable box magazines make loading firearms easy. Unfortunately, with a few exceptions, shotguns do not use detachable magazines. Most pump-action shotguns are loaded from a tubular magazine that is built into the weapon itself, cannot be removed, and allows only one round to be loaded at a time. If only there was a way to speed up this process. People are
competitive by nature and will come up with all sorts of ways to win. Participants in "trigan " competitions use rifles, pistols, and shotguns to shoot at a series of targets, where they are judged on accuracy and speed. When fractions of a second decide the fate of victory or defeat, the double-charging method emerged. Instead of loading the shotgun shells one at a time, the participant takes two shells and aligns them in the palm of their hand. The front cartridge is held with the little finger, and the rear cartridge is held with the index finger. The thumb aligns the cartridges and helps hold them in place.
The shotgun is then raised to shoulder level and flipped into a position called the "fiddle" position because it resembles playing this stringed instrument. In this position, the loading window, which normally faces downwards, rotates to the right if the user is right-handed. The cartridges are then simultaneously pressed into the tubular magazine. In some cases, the cartridges are secured in a device called a "caddie" on the butt of a shotgun near the loading window. There is also a practice called "quad-loading," which is similar to the previous one, but as the name suggests, the shooter takes four rounds, stacking them in pairs on top of each other. The first pair is inserted into the magazine, then the second,
and everything is done in two quick movements. These methods can be somewhat complex, but with practice, the tedious process of loading a shotgun can be transformed into a quick and efficient action. Although it's not easy, double and quadruple loading is faster than single-shot loading. "Vic's Click." The standard way to reload a semi-automatic weapon is to press the magazine eject button, let it fall out, and then insert a new one. The driving force that pushes the empty magazine out is gravity. This is not bad, but sometimes you want to add a little showiness. Some pistol and three-barreled shooting competitors help the magazine exit the weapon with a sharp movement of the wrist, adding inertia
for a faster release. This may be a little faster, but has a drawback: the weapon is off the aiming line, forcing the shooter to readjust. This method was sometimes used, but it remained a highly specialized technique. And then, in 2014, the action movie "John Wick" was released. The film, along with its sequels and spin-offs, received rave reviews for its accurate handling of weapons and relative realism. In preparation for his role as a former assassin, Keanu Reeves trained intensively with weapons and martial arts, mastering the shooting style inherent in triathlon competitions. Movies showed realistic magazine capacities, and reloading was an important part of gunfights. When Reeves needed to reload,
the magazine would fly out after a sharp turn of the wrist. This once little-known technique was called the "Vic click," and many gun enthusiasts have tried it just because it looks cool. When a gunfight breaks out and ammunition is urgently needed, people come up with all sorts of ways to keep firing.
