The Valmet M71, an early commercial AK-pattern rifle, is examined for its full-auto performance. Despite being chambered in 5.56mm, it exhibits significant recoil and muzzle climb, attributed to an over-gassed system common in AK designs. The M71's historical context as the first Western commercial AK variant and its market availability in .223 Remington due to ammo scarcity are discussed.
The Lee-Speed rifle is a commercial variant of the British military Lee-Enfield/Metford, named after James Paris Lee and Joseph Speed. It features improvements like a detachable box magazine and a safety on the cocking piece. Commercial models were made by BSA and LSA for affluent buyers and officers, offering high-quality sidearms.
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