Videos tagged with M1917 Eddystone

The M1917 Eddystone is a historically significant WWI rifle, chambered in .30-06 Springfield, with a robust build and a smooth bolt action. While its weight and iron sight limitations make it impractical for modern use, it offers a unique historical experience and good accuracy for its era. It's a collector's item and a fun range gun, though not ideal for hunting or defense.

This trailer for a 2-Gun match features a comparison between a WWI-era Berthier Carbine and an M1917 Eddystone rifle. The match also includes a 1911 pistol and a Ruby pistol. The video highlights the challenges of competition under extreme heat (113°F / 45°C) and time stress, maintaining a focus on WWI firearms.

This InRange video features a 2-gun match with a WWI theme. Karl competes with a 1911 pistol and an M1917 Eddystone rifle manufactured in 1918. Ian uses an M16 Berthier carbine and a Ruby pistol. The match is further challenged by extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 113F (45C) at the range.