Videos tagged with Model 1917 Enfield

This American Rifleman Television segment, "Over There! Part 2: An American Army," details the United States' unprepared entry into World War I and its subsequent mobilization. It highlights the significant growth of the U.S. Army, the formation of new divisions like the 42nd Rainbow Division and their actions at Croix-Rouge Farm, and emphasizes the strong marksmanship tradition fostered by the NRA. The video also details the primary firearms issued to U.S. soldiers, including the M1903 Springfield and M1917 Enfield rifles, the M1911 pistol, and various revolvers, as well as the early challenges and eventual adoption of machine guns like the Chauchat CSRG.

This video features a shooter taking their Model 1917 Enfield rifle, manufactured in 1918, out to the range. The description includes a link to a follow-up video, suggesting a multi-part series or further content related to the firearm. The content focuses on the practical experience of shooting this historical rifle.

This InRangeTV episode details a 'rimless Enfield match' comparing a .308 Ishapore 2a and a .30-06 Model 1917 Enfield. The comparison highlights the reliability issues of original SMLEs and explores how conversions like the Ishapore 2a address these. The match stages test shooter skill and firearm performance, with a close finish emphasizing the interplay of sight quality and magazine capacity. Expert insights are provided on firearm design trade-offs and competitive shooting strategies.

This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide range of firearms topics, including the viability of belt-fed AR uppers, the historical development of intermediate cartridges, and the mechanics of recoil compensation in various firearms. Ian McCallum also discusses the Finnish military's adoption of Soviet weaponry, the effectiveness of rifle grenades versus bazookas, and the best bolt-action military rifle. The episode touches on the challenges of reproducing historical firearms like the Patterson device and the practicalities of concealed carry with antique handguns.