This entry details the M1915 Howell Automatic Rifle, a rare WWI conversion of the SMLE rifle into a gas-operated semi-automatic support weapon. It covers the rifle's unique mechanical operation, including its side-mounted gas piston and camming action, as well as its 20-round magazine and offset sights. The historical context highlights why the British military did not widely adopt such semi-automatic rifles during WWI, preferring other trench warfare solutions. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.
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