Videos tagged with Enfield Mark II

This "American Rifleman Television" segment, "I Have This Old Gun," delves into the British Enfield .476 revolvers, specifically the Mark I and Mark II variants adopted by the British military in the late 19th century. It discusses their transition to self-contained metallic cartridges, their design flaws such as awkward handling and a slow loading gate, and the ineffective Owen-Jones selective ejection system. Despite a short service life with front-line troops, these revolvers found continued use in the colonies and are notably associated with the Canadian Northwest Mounted Police. The video highlights them as an interesting but flawed chapter in British firearms history.

This expert review delves into the Webley-Kaufman 3rd Pattern revolver, highlighting Michael Kaufman's innovative lock work improvements and the iconic stirrup latch. The examination of a rare cased example by E.M. Reilly & Co reveals unique markings, including royalty indicators and potential South African registration, alongside practical features like combat sights and optional nickel plating. The analysis underscores the revolver's significance in the evolutionary path toward the standard British military Webley.