Max Popenker on Russian Pistols and Ammunition: 7N21, 9x21mm, 9x18mm, and more

Popenker's sense of humor is absolutely adorable. "5.45x18 Suicide Special". There's no way I'm calling that any other way now.

what is the 7n21 bullet length?

It would be great to see how Ian shoots from an ADS (underwater assault rifle). But we know that this is impossible.

Pretty big deal that they were so worried about officers ending their lives

As whole Russian weapons are world no 1 because in Pakistan we use mostly

I did not pay attention two years ago. Probably the primer the GSh 18 must smash is much harder than primers employed on regular 9x19, so, it needs a stronger firing pin spring, wich is possible just because its firing pin spring forces the frame to the rear, not the slide, like almost all Glock inspired moder striker fired pistols. Since its firing pin spring don´t struggle agisnt recoil spring, it can be tweaked to strike the primer like any hammer or striker fired pistol.

A very interesting guy, with a sense of fun too. My kind o' thing.

"It's only good for suicide" Nice one lol

I know this is an older video. I am wondering the 9x21 Gyurza round which from what is said is the most powerful runs used in there SPS PISTOL. My question Is what type of body armour can this pierce and what body armour can stop it?

One can lead from here into a discussion of plastic rounds and rubber bullets as a substitute for constitutional infringements - as potentially non-lethal cartridges never seem to be adressed and therefore are little known.

I like OTs-27 pistol.

Very informative and nice presentation. But what I dont understand is this new obession with drinking. On TV, on meetings, they all the time have to drink. WTF, is it so hard to sit half an hour without continuously pouring some liquid into yourself?

Always love when Ian has Max on the channel, such a wealth of knowledge on Russian firearm design that is often underappreciated or underrepresented in the west. Max is a great long form speaker and I find his talks very interesting and informative with some nice black humor thrown in. Well done to Max also on his English skills. Thanks to you both for making these videos happen they are such a fantastic resource for those interested in Russian firearm's. Cheers.

Ian you have found a treasure of valuable informations on arms n ammunition. It will be a great opportunity for all us if you meet him in person n make the same video once gain.Thanks

Max is so knowledgeable.
However, he needs a better internet connection, better camera and microphone, better lighting AND definitely a script writer.

Is his book out in America?

Why has Russia never made the 7.62x25 neck down to 5.45 ? I think 5.45 x25 would be sooooo cool to see like 5.7x28 FN

Very Interesting, I did not know about many of those Russian AP cartridges.

Hope to see Max again!

Like always..😂😂the Russians copy german Guns and Technology..🤔🇩🇪🇷🇺

Can own handgun ammo but not the handgun itself Russia is weird

Great team work!

Give us another podcast on the history and variations of the 5.45x39 cartridge?

The fun fact is that at military trials after which the Nagant revolver and the cartridge to it were accepted, there was a requirement that sounded something like "a weapon should stop a running horse with the first shot"

I’d like to know more about that she hit bee hitch platform about which he was speaking.

Nearly 2000 fps out of a 5 inch barrel is terrifying.

was anyone else surprised when they learned that 7.62x39 doesnt actually use a 7.62 bullet?

Oh how I wish I could buy this ammo

I screwed up & bought a box of New Winchester 124g 9X21mm.. Price was low but don't need..

Watching a man who gets excited about guns fight sleep for 36 minutes... You fan boys can stroke to this. Not my cup of tea.

So why was the 7n29(9x21) prefferd than 7n3.The later has better performace and a widely use, as itvas 9x18?

Doesn't the 7.63 mauser has actually more stopping power than the 9mm?

I’ll buy the book

Another Max Popenker book! Count me in! I have read my copy of the assault rifle book numerous times.

he need to elaborate more on "suicide special" officer's pistol, they literally developed an entirely new pistol round for it

You ought to put the quote " You can cheat tax laws and you can cheat traffic laws, but you can't cheat Newton laws" on a tee shirt. I think thats a new favorite quote.

These are always an absolute joy to watch(listen to) while doing many other things. Please keep them coming!

I like that show the Russian gust is really nice

Interesting information. Good presentation by the guest speaker. My compliments.

Ian, you and Max are both extremely well versed in your knowledge of firearms and ammunition. You both are also extremely nice people to deal with. It is a real joy to just sit and learn from your videos. Please keep up the good work!

Спасибо за видео, коммент для продвижения канала

Great history on Russian pistols

Western Gun Jesus meets Eastern Gun Jesus. XD Great vid.

This was truthly amazing to watch.

Hmm, I wonder how well the FK Brno PSD would be at handling these loads. The numbers are really close.

"New york trigger glock" lmaooo

In italy the 9x19mm round is banned because considered a war caliber so we use the 9x21, it's usless it let the ammo cost more, and let us outside from international competitions

Do you all understand that a Russian citizen cannot go to the local gun store and pick up a hand gun? You cannot own a hand gun in Russia, only a smooth bore shot gun with a permit, in other words you can only commit suicide with a hand gun if you are in the military. Russia can sell their guns to the rest of the world, but not their own citizens.

спасибо товарищ!

This dude sounds exactly like Skyships