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Tales of the Gun

  • 1998 – 2000
  • Ended
  • Documentary · War & Politics
  • ~45m / ep
  • 2 seasons
  • 7.0/10

In the centuries since the gun was invented, hundreds of innovators, engineers and inventors have brought their vision together to create what has become one of the most perfectly produced items ever made. Tales of the Gun chronicles the long history of firearm design and construction from the first, primitive weapons to today's computer-controlled, high-tech factories. From the gunslingers of the Wild West to the newest technology being developed for tomorrow's super-weapons, guns have etched a place in today's culture for their masterful combination of form, function and beauty.

Latest: Season 2 · 1999

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  1. E1. Naval Guns

    Sep 8, 1999 · 60m

    The history of naval guns and warships is chronicled. Included: how warships are designed to thwart the enemy at sea; the strong relationship between powerful navies and world dominance.

  2. E2. M-16

    Sep 15, 1999

  3. E3. AK-47

    Sep 22, 1999

  4. E4. Super Guns of Today and Tomorrow

    Sep 29, 1999

  5. E5. Guns of the Sky

    Oct 6, 1999

  6. E6. Automatic Pistols

    Oct 13, 1999

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