Videos tagged with Magazine-Fed Rifle

This episode of 'Enjoying Black Powder' features the 1869 Swiss Vetterli rifle, a high-tech, magazine-fed firearm for its era. The discussion covers its unique hybrid design, the choice of .41 Rimfire caliber, and the practicalities of its operation, including a centerfire conversion for reliability. The hosts demonstrate its loading mechanism, firing characteristics, and conduct a speed test, highlighting its historical significance and operational nuances.

This video provides an expert-level walkaround of the formidable 20mm L-39 Lahti 'Elephant Gun' anti-tank rifle. The demonstration, led by an authoritative instructor, covers the rifle's overview, muzzle brake, receiver, wooden grip, and the detailed operation of its action, bolt manipulation, and magazine insertion. It highlights the massive 20mm rounds and magazines, offering a close look at the internal mechanisms and the rifle's ready state.

The Vetterli-Ferracciu is a rare Italian Navy rifle, a four-shot box magazine-fed conversion of the Model 1870/90. It evolved from the earlier tube-fed Bertoldo system to address the need for faster reloading by naval landing parties. This rifle features a unique magazine cutoff, allowing single shots while reserving the four-round magazine.

This review details a rare Gewehr 71 rifle equipped with an experimental horseshoe-shaped magazine from the early 1880s. The Gewehr 71 was the first Mauser adopted by the German military, and this variant showcases early attempts at magazine feeding following the Russo-Turkish War. The unique external magazine design, developed by Ludwig Loewe, allowed for approximately 8 rounds and featured a cutoff for single-shot use.

This entry details the Remington-Lee Model 1885, the final black powder iteration of the Remington-Lee rifle. It highlights improvements over earlier models, its adoption by the US Navy, and specific mechanical features like the cock-on-closing action and revised magazine. The information is presented with the authority of Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.

This segment of Guns and Gear Season 4 features Tom Taylor from Mossberg showcasing two new bolt-action rifles: the Varmint in .204 Ruger and a compact Predator model. Both rifles are notable for their AR-15 style magazines. The show provides in-studio interviews, field demonstrations, and expert tips, airing on various networks including NBC Sports Network and Pursuit Channel.