Videos tagged with James Baird Thorneycroft

This YouTube video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson examining the Thorneycroft's Lee-Speed Rifle, a weapon owned by James Baird Thorneycroft himself. The discussion covers different patterns of the rifle, including the first and third patterns, and highlights Thorneycroft's unique sight and its patent. The video also provides context on the "Lee-Speed" designation and offers a glimpse into subtle decorative elements of the firearm. It's an in-depth look at a specific historical firearm, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts of military and sporting rifles.

The Thorneycroft rifle, developed in 1901, is presented as potentially the first military bullpup rifle, designed to address the length and clumsiness of British rifles post-Boer War. It features a unique bolt-action bullpup layout, an internal 5-round magazine angled to prevent rim-lock, and advanced aperture sights. This specific prototype includes unique, albeit unmarked, volley sights, highlighting its experimental nature.