Videos tagged with Early Semi-Automatic Rifles

The Winchester Model 1907 was an early semi-automatic rifle developed by Thomas Crossley Johnson, notable for its blowback action and chambering in the potent 351 Winchester Self-Loader cartridge. It saw use with police forces and military observers, and even gained notoriety with Prohibition-era outlaws. Despite its advanced design for the time, it faced challenges in commercial success due to its unique design and cost.

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.