Videos tagged with Lee Speed Rifle

This video provides an expert-level examination of a Lee Speed rifle owned by James Bird Thornycroft. Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries details the rifle's history, its connection to Thornycroft's bullpup designs, and the technical innovations of Thornycroft's patented tangent sight. The discussion covers the sight's windage adjustment mechanism, its automatic return-to-center feature, and the use of early plastics in its construction. The rifle's Webley & Scott barrel and the historical context of the Lee Speed designation are also explored.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the 1898 Lee Speed rifle, a sporting variant of the Lee-Metford/Lee-Enfield. The speaker, demonstrating deep historical and technical knowledge, details its design, craftsmanship, and historical significance, including its association with figures like W.D.M. Bell and its portrayal in film. The rifle's accuracy, handling, and value are discussed in comparison to contemporary firearms like the Mauser 98.

This video from Forgotten Weapons discusses several high-value firearms sold at Rock Island Auction. Notably, a rare Norinco Model 313 machine gun fetched $37,375, and a historically significant North & Cheney Model 1799 pistol sold for $63,250. The auction also featured antique rifles and pistols, with prices varying based on rarity and provenance, such as a Boer War Lee-Speed selling for $5,463.

This guide details the operation and basic maintenance of the Boer Lee-Speed Rifle, a significant firearm from the late 19th century. It covers safety checks, magazine handling, and an overview of its unique sighting systems and Metford rifling. The information is presented with the high authority expected from an expert firearms instructor.

This YouTube video highlights the intricate design and craftsmanship of late Victorian sight protectors, specifically those found on a Lee-Speed rifle. The creator emphasizes that these protectors, despite their seemingly simple function, involved significant effort and detail in their creation. The video serves as a bonus segment, elaborating on an accessory previously seen on another rifle. It aims to showcase the historical engineering and artistry applied to firearm components.