FIELD RECORDINGS FROM A FORGOTTEN ARSENAL

WORLD WAR I FIREARMS is a library of authentic WWI weapon sound effects — recorded outdoors with original rifles, revolvers, and shotguns. It captures not just the gunshots, but the full mechanical reality: cocking, reloading, dryfires, misfires, and handling. Multiple mic perspectives across two contrasting environments deliver natural space and variation. Built for professional sound designers who need real material with real character.

Authentic WWI Weapons

Original rifles, revolvers, and shotguns from the First World War – recorded on location with expertise. No replicas, no modern stand-ins. Just the real thing.

Complete Mechanical Detail

Includes everything from dryfires and reloads to bolt actions and handling. These elements bring weight and realism to your design, far beyond the shot itself.

Natural Acoustic Environments

Recorded in a carefully chosen location to capture authentic tail behaviour. Includes close, mid, and far mic positions for spatial control.

Formats for Flexible Workflows

Stereo, Ambisonics, and ORTF3D formats ensure the library fits into post, game, or immersive production pipelines without compromise.

The weapons have been recorded with multiple mic placements across two acoustic environments. This gives you options for realism, distance, and flexibility.

Pre-Built Shots, Ready to Drop In

A curated set of over 400 weapon sounds created from the raw recordings. Ideal for quick use when time is short but realism still matters.

Historical Grit, Modern Clarity

Carefully shaped to retain the authenticity of the original recordings, while fitting cleanly into today’s mixes. Balanced, believable, and immediately usable.

Features

• 72 Files
• 432 Sounds