Videos tagged with Early Semi-Automatic Rifles

This guide details the disassembly of the rare Cei Rigotti rifle, an early Italian self-loading design from circa 1900. Expertly presented by Ian McCollum, the process highlights the rifle's unique short-stroke gas piston system, helical bolt rotation, and fixed magazine. The video emphasizes the historical significance and mechanical intricacies of this prototype firearm, offering a deep dive into its construction.

This guide details the disassembly of the Standard Arms Model G, highlighting its unique dual-action mechanism and internal components. Expert firearms historian Ian McCollum provides a detailed look at the rifle's construction, including its gas system, trigger group, and bolt design, offering insights into early 20th-century semi-automatic rifle development.