Videos tagged with Enfield Rifles

This guide, presented by Iraqveteran8888's Eric and Chad, details how to effectively shop for used firearms. It covers essential inspection techniques for both modern and surplus guns, emphasizing mechanical condition over aesthetics, identifying refinished firearms, and understanding critical safety checks like headspace and cylinder gap. The instructors, demonstrating high authority and deep technical knowledge, also provide practical advice on gun store etiquette and negotiation strategies for securing the best value.

This entry details rare Australian prototype lightweight Enfield rifles, including the No. 6 Mk I and Mk I/1, developed during WWII as 'jungle carbines'. Expert Ian McCollum highlights their unique features, weight reduction techniques, and distinguishes them from commercial fakes. The prototypes utilized the SMLE No. 1 Mk III* action due to existing factory tooling, incorporating features like shortened barrels, aperture sights, and conical flash hiders.