# History of Weapons & War — Firearms History and Mechanics

> Expert-led video channel on firearms history, development, and mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by FW Media LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/history-of-weapons-and-war/id6450049619 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FW Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691712387)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 86 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-09-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/history-of-weapons-and-war/id6450049619/reviews.md

## What is History of Weapons & War?

History of Weapons and War brings together all the best independent experts on firearms history under one roof. If you want to learn about where different guns came from, how they were developed, where they were used, and how they work, this is the channel for you! With more than 6,000 videos covering firearms from the earliest matchlocks to the latest in high-tech developments, there is something here for everyone. 

Your hosts here include Ian McCollum, Jonathan Ferguson, Henry Chan, Balazs Nemeth, Matthew Moss, and more. From this wide group of subject matter experts, you will see a variety of different specialties and perspectives on firearms history and their use. Working with museums like the British Royal Armouries, the best private collections, and shooting ranges around the world, we give you both the facts and the practical experience. 

From the standard weapons of the largest armies to the strangest prototypes and the most unusual experiments, it is all here waiting for you - so subscribe today and delve into the History of Weapons and War!

To access all features and content you can subscribe to History of Weapons & War  on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle.

All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal.


Terms of Service: https://www.weaponsandwar.tv/tos
Privacy Policy: https://www.weaponsandwar.tv/privacy

## Key features

- Expert firearms historians
- Extensive video library (6,000+ videos)
- Coverage from matchlocks to modern arms
- In-depth mechanics and development
- Collaborations with museums and collections
- Variety of perspectives and specialties

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| History of Weapons&War Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| History of Weapons&War Yearly | $99.99 | per year |


## What do users think of History of Weapons & War?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent content quality
- 👍 Ad-free viewing experience
- 👍 Alternative to YouTube
- 👍 Great for binge-watching
- 👍 Content not allowed on YouTube
- 👍 Good discoverability of channels
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Well-organized content
- 👍 Good value for money
- 👍 Supports content creators
- 👍 Informative and educational
- 👍 Diverse range of firearms covered
- 👍 Smooth video playback
- 👍 Good for history buffs
- 👍 Streamlined for enthusiasts
- 👍 Podcast-like listening option
- 👍 Great compilation without ads
- 👍 Supports 2A community

**Cons**

- 👎 Lacks some Forgotten Weapons content
- 👎 Content sometimes delayed from YouTube
- 👎 Interface not as smooth as big platforms
- 👎 Limited exclusive content
- 👎 No comment section
- 👎 Creator-specific notifications missing
- 👎 No captions available
- 👎 Not available on LG store

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Forgotten Weapons content sometimes missing or delayed
- App not available on LG store

**Most requested features**

- Sort content by newest to oldest
- More exclusive content
- Add more creators (e.g., Paper Cartridges, C&Rsenal)
- More historical content beyond firearms
- Comment feature
- Links cited in video descriptions
- Creator-specific notifications
- Captions for videos
- Availability on LG store

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/history-of-weapons-and-war/id6450049619/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It was a good run

*2025-09-12*

Thanks for all your efforts in sharing knowledge and entertaining.

### 5/5 — Awesome platform

*2025-09-10*

So glad Ian and company decided to launch this. Love watching the content ad free. Also great to see videos that the big tech dbags can not block. Wish more creators would join. Thank you Ian for giving us all 
A alternative. Keep up the good work!

### 5/5 — Very nice app

*2025-06-25, version 9.101.1*

Much better for binge watching than YT

### 5/5 — Excellent content

*2025-06-06, version 9.101.1*

I am quite enjoying the content that is available here. I especially like seeing the whole video on topics which have a reloading portion. As new creators join this platform will just get better . Keep up the good work .

### 5/5 — Better than you tube

*2025-05-25*

I’m a fan of Ian and Forgotten Weapons, so it was an obvious decision. Especially since you tube has taken such an anti-free-speech stance. This is an excellent app. I am also really enjoying the new shows. Great fun, and interesting.

### 5/5 — Excellent content

*2025-03-10, version 8.801.1*

I am quite enjoying the content that is available here. I especially like seeing the whole video on topics which have a reloading portion. As new creators join this platform will just get better . Keep up the good work .

### 5/5 — Better than YouTube

*2025-01-22, version 8.801.1*

The commies at Google have made YouTube an unfun, work, “ignorance is strength” Utopia. Join this Streaming Service for some American Freedom!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-01-04*

I really enjoy not only the shooting but the more in depth working of the firearms and reloading that TY won’t allow. Well worth the monthly payment.

### 5/5 — Fantastic historical firearm content , free of censorship

*2024-10-07, version 8.801.1*

Download it, and support firearms history content creators!

### 5/5 — Great app but…

*2024-09-23*

Great app, love the content. I just wish there was a way to sort content by newest to oldest on each channel (easiest to keep up with new videos on channels I like). The “sort by date released” only shows oldest to newest.

## Frequently asked questions about History of Weapons & War

### What is the History of Weapons & War app about?

This app provides a comprehensive video library focused on the history, development, and mechanics of firearms. It features content from independent experts, covering weapons from early matchlocks to modern high-tech arms.

### What kind of content can I expect in the app?

You can expect over 6,000 videos presented by subject matter experts who delve into the origins, development, usage, and working principles of various firearms. The content includes insights from collaborations with museums and private collections.

### How much does the History of Weapons & War app cost?

Access to all features and content requires a subscription, available on a monthly or yearly basis. Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase within the app. Payments are managed through your iTunes account.

### Is the app available on different devices?

The app is available for subscription through your iTunes Account, implying compatibility with Apple devices. Subscription payments are managed via Account Settings and auto-renew unless deactivated.

### Who are the experts featured in the app?

The app features a wide group of subject matter experts including Ian McCollum, Jonathan Ferguson, Henry Chan, Balazs Nemeth, and Matthew Moss, among others. They bring diverse specialties and perspectives on firearms history and their use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.101.1 — 2025-06-05

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.100.1 — 2025-05-19

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.009.1 — 2025-04-13

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 8.801.1 — 2024-09-20

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 8.500.1 — 2024-03-13

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*