Mk VIII ‘International’ Heavy Tank

This is the last of our series of videos/articles on the US Tanks of WWI, you can find all episodes here. The MkVIII Heavy Tank holds the distinction of being the result of the first successful int… | Continue reading


@armourersbench.com | 4 years ago

The Nock Volley Gun

Commonly referred to as Nock Guns, the seven barrel volley guns were actually designed by James Wilson. Wilson presented his design to the Board of Ordnance for testing in July 1779. Following test… | Continue reading


@armourersbench.com | 4 years ago

Centrifugal Machine Guns

Today, we’re going to take a look at a little known type of weapon which rose to prominence in around the time of the First World War with a number of examples being developed and some even tested.… | Continue reading


@armourersbench.com | 4 years ago

John Browning’s 1892 En Bloc Lever-Action Prototype

The 1890s were one of John Browning’s most prolific periods, during which he developed a host of firearms which would never actually see production. Here, we’re lucky enough to be able … | Continue reading


@armourersbench.com | 4 years ago

Heckler and Koch MP5K Briefcase Gun

Officially designated by Heckler & Koch as the ‘Spezialkoffer’ or Special Case, the Briefcase Gun, sometimes referred to as the Operational Briefcase, is a clandestine weapon system… | Continue reading


@armourersbench.com | 5 years ago