Videos tagged with Floating Chamber

The Winchester Model 59 is a lightweight semi-automatic shotgun notable for its innovative Win-Lite barrel, constructed from fiberglass wrapped around a thin steel liner. This design, based on the Model 50's short recoil system but enhanced with a floating chamber, significantly reduces weight. Disassembly is straightforward, involving unscrewing the forend and rotating the barrel, allowing for easy access to the interchangeable choke.

The Colt Service Model Ace is a .22 LR conversion of the 1911, featuring a unique 'floating chamber' mechanism developed by David Marshall Williams. This design allowed for reliable cycling of the slide using low-power .22 LR ammunition, making it an effective and cost-efficient military trainer. The pistol shares external dimensions with the 1911 but has significant internal modifications, including a fixed barrel and a lightened slide.

The Remington 550-1 is a classic semi-automatic .22 rifle produced until 1971, notable for its ability to cycle .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 LR cartridges interchangeably thanks to a 'floating chamber' design. While it offers high capacity with smaller rounds and is affordable on the used market ($200-$300), its disassembly for cleaning is cumbersome, parts are scarce, and it lacks modern features like detachable magazines. It features a simple cross-bolt safety and basic iron sights.