Videos tagged with Cordite

This video demonstrates a basic combustion test of cordite propellant, commonly found in older surplus ammunition like .303 British. The presenter, exhibiting enthusiast-level knowledge, safely extracts and ignites the stick powder, showcasing its rapid burn characteristics. The demonstration highlights safe handling of ammunition components and the visual properties of historical propellants.

This video demonstrates the process of reloading spent .303 British ammunition. It covers cleaning brass, de-priming, priming, powder charging, and bullet seating using a Lee Precision reloading press. The instructor, exhibiting high technical mastery, also touches on historical propellants like cordite.

This video provides a hands-on demonstration of Cordite propellant, often referred to as 'angry spaghetti,' within .303 British cartridges. Expertly guided by Misha, the process includes safely disassembling a cartridge, examining the unique propellant, testing its burn rate, and then reassembling and live-firing the round. The demonstration highlights safe handling practices and the practical application of reloading tools.

This video demonstrates the unique 'spaghetti-like' Cordite propellant found in vintage .303 British Mark 7 ammunition. It covers safely disassembling a cartridge, revealing the Cordite, performing a simple burn test, and then reassembling the round for live fire in a Lee-Enfield rifle. The content highlights historical ammunition characteristics and safe handling practices.

This video showcases a rare Rigby-Webley .577 Nitro Express rifle, a piece of best English firearm craftsmanship. It highlights the rifle's falling block action by Webley & Scott, noted for its compact and handy design suitable for big game encounters. The description details the rifle's quality features, including a figured stock, fine checkering, restrained engraving, and superb craftsmanship. The video also touches upon the .577 Express cartridge's ballistics and the smooth operation of the Webley action. It emphasizes the rarity of this Model 1902 falling-block action produced for Rigby, suggesting it might have influenced Bill Ruger's design of the Ruger No. 1.

Jerry Miculek discusses various Hodgdon and Winchester reloading propellants, highlighting their applications and characteristics. He explains the differences between ball and extruded powders, the benefits of temperature-insensitive 'extreme' powders, and demonstrates the burn characteristics of smokeless powder versus cordite. The video emphasizes choosing the right powder for specific calibers and shooting disciplines.

This video delves into the history and technical evolution of the early Lee-Enfield rifles, specifically the Lee-Metford and the Long Lee-Enfield. It highlights the contributions of James Paris Lee, the impact of smokeless powder, and the distinct rifling systems that defined these iconic firearms. The discussion covers their service history, particularly during the Second Anglo-Boer War, and the transition to charger loading.

This guide details the identification and key features of the Lee Metford MkI* rifle, drawing on expert analysis from Forgotten Weapons. It covers identifying markings, understanding the action's dust cover, the function of volley sights, and differences in magazine design compared to later models. The information emphasizes the rifle's transitional role in British military small arms development.

This guide covers the operational and maintenance aspects of the Lee-Speed Military Model Commercial Enfield, a variant of the Lee-Enfield rifle. It details the rifle's unique features like the cocking piece safety, cartridge cutoff, volley sights, and the constant-force flat spring magazine. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, emphasizing the craftsmanship and historical context of this rifle.