Videos tagged with Ian Skennerton

This documentary delves into the history of the British Enfield MkII revolver, exploring its development and significance. It references various historical texts, publications, and resources related to firearms history, particularly focusing on revolvers of the British Services. The video also credits individuals and organizations for their contributions to ammunition data, animations, and expert insights from institutions like the Royal Armouries and Virginia Military Institute.

This YouTube video is a historical documentary focusing on the British Enfield MkI revolver. It delves into the history and technical aspects of this firearm, referencing several historical texts and expert contributions from various historical societies and museums. The video is part of a series by C&Rsenal and encourages viewer support through Patreon and merchandise purchases, also highlighting a related video on the Enfield revolver's failure.

This video provides a book review of "The Lee Enfield" by Ian Skennerton. The reviewer highlights Skennerton's expertise on British rifles and praises the book for its extensive information on developmental, experimental, and standard production Lee-Enfield models from various countries. While acknowledging the book's depth, the reviewer criticizes its organization and editing, noting that it can be frustrating to navigate despite its visual appeal. The book is deemed indispensable for Lee-Enfield enthusiasts due to its unique information.

This C&Rsenal WWI Primer documentary delves into the history, function, and live fire demonstration of the British Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield rifle. Part of a series honoring the centennial anniversary of WWI, the video features Othais and Mae exploring this classic firearm. It includes support links for the creators, the Royal Armouries, and mentions additional reading on the Lee-Enfield, original and historical music, range safety, collaborations with The Great War channel, ammunition data sources, and Rock Island Auction for photos. The documentary aims to educate viewers about the firearms of World War I.

The British Pattern 14 rifle, developed before WWI, was influenced by Mauser designs and intended for a high-velocity cartridge. Despite initial plans for the .276 Enfield, it was chambered in .303 British due to WWI's outbreak and manufacturing challenges. Production ultimately shifted to the US, with over 1.2 million rifles made by Winchester, Remington, and Eddystone. The P14 saw service in sniper roles and was later updated for the Home Guard.

This video offers a book review of Ian Skennerton's "Special Service Lee-Enfields: Commando and Auto Models," Volume 13 of his Small Arms Identification series. The book, though concise at 47 pages, focuses heavily on the silenced de Lisle carbine and also details various Lee Enfield semi-automatic and full-automatic conversions, including the New Zealand Charlton, Australian Electrolux Charlton, South African Reider, British Howell, and Howard Francis blowback carbine. The reviewer highlights its value as a print reference for these niche firearms.