Videos tagged with British Proof Marks

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Webley .22 Target Model Mark IV revolver. It highlights the differences from the standard .38 caliber Mark IV, focusing on its dedicated .22 rimfire design, adjustable sights, and historical context as a training and civilian firearm. The review details its production dates and specific features.

This entry details a Khyber Pass handmade copy of a Martini-Henry pistol chambered in .303 British. It highlights the gunsmiths' attempts to replicate British markings, including a unique method of stamping 'Enfield' to form a broad arrow proof. The analysis points out historical inaccuracies in the markings, such as the date '1561', and notes the crude, yet distinctive, craftsmanship.

This video delves into the authentication of a unique Enfield-Martini hybrid rifle, potentially a WWI-era training aid or a collector's 'fantasy' piece. Expert Ian McCollum meticulously examines markings, construction, and provenance, highlighting the challenges in distinguishing genuine prototypes from high-quality fakes. The analysis focuses on specific details like the buttstock stamps, a lead seal, and non-standard sights, ultimately leaving the rifle's true nature unresolved and inviting community input.