Videos tagged with Parker-Hale

This guide details the disassembly of a Parker-Hale Model 1929 Maxim-pattern silencer, as demonstrated by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries. It covers the identification of components like the expansion chamber and the ten baffles, explaining their function in reducing muzzle blast. The information is presented with expert authority, highlighting historical context and technical specifics of this unique suppressed firearm.

This video explores various pen-shaped firearms, highlighting their design, functionality, and limitations. Expert Jonathan Ferguson details how these disguised weapons operate, focusing on their concealed nature and the challenges in their practical application. The discussion covers rifled barrels, firing pin mechanisms, and the rare inclusion of sound suppressors, emphasizing their novelty and historical context.

This video explores the historical development and real-world application of firearm suppressors, contrasting them with their often-inaccurate portrayal in Hollywood. Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries and Star Wars sound designer Ben Burtt discuss early suppressor designs, the evolution of cinematic sound effects, and the acoustic realities of suppressed firearms. The content highlights the technical challenges of suppressing revolvers and the creative methods used to generate iconic movie sound effects.

This episode of The Gun Review compares vintage and modern rifles, featuring a 1980s Parker Hale in .270 Winchester, a 1970s Lithgow in .308 Winchester, and a 100-year-old Lee-Speed in .303 British. The hosts conduct accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, discuss the evolution of rifle engineering, and engage in a creative segment making "gun art" with spray paint. The video also touches on the aesthetics and practicality of different firearm eras.

Hickok45 celebrates the 25th anniversary of owning his Enfield P58 Parker-Hale muzzleloading rifle musket. He demonstrates its use, discussing its history as a two-band model potentially used in the Civil War, its 58 caliber, and the advantages of paper cartridges for faster loading. He also touches on bullet types, black powder loads, and the importance of proper muzzleloader safety.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the Parker Hale suppressor used on the SOE Suppressed Luger, as demonstrated by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson. It covers inspecting the baffle stack and reassembling the unit, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment and the use of a thread protector. The information is presented with the authority of a Keeper of Firearms & Artillery from the Royal Armouries.

This guide details the technique for handling and firing a Parker Hale reproduction of the Enfield Rifle Musket, as demonstrated by hickok45. It covers the historical loading procedure using paper cartridges, the deliberate process of muzzleloader engagement during a 'woods walk,' and the transition to a secondary sidearm. The instruction emphasizes proficiency with black powder firearms and historical gear.

This entry details the Accuracy International L115A3, the British Army's standard sniper rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. It highlights its evolution from earlier Accuracy International models, its significant combat performance in Afghanistan and Iraq exceeding 2,000 meters, and its advanced features like the Schmidt & Bender 5-25x56 PM II optic and heavy fluted barrel. The guide covers basic operation and safety, emphasizing the rifle's role in modern sniping programs.

This guide details the operational features and specialized modifications of the L118A2 sniper rifle, a variant of the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare platform used by British Special Forces. It covers key aspects like its 7.62 NATO caliber, cold-weather adaptations, folding stock, advanced optics mounting capabilities, and the use of accessories like bipods and suppressors. The information is presented with the authority of Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical and military firearms.

This guide explains how to use snap caps for firearm maintenance and safe dry firing. It covers loading snap caps, the mechanical purpose of relieving spring tension and protecting the firing pin, and the importance of using them for storage. The video also touches on different types of snap caps and their construction, with insights from a professional gun shop staff member.

This expert-level review from TFB TV delves into the De Lisle Carbine, a remarkably quiet suppressed weapon from WWII. The video provides a detailed technical breakdown of its unique baffle system, Lee-Enfield action integration, and modified 1911 magazine. It highlights the carbine's historical significance, performance data, and the regulatory landscape surrounding modern reproductions.

This entry details the M1915 Howell Automatic Rifle, a rare WWI conversion of the SMLE rifle into a gas-operated semi-automatic support weapon. It covers the rifle's unique mechanical operation, including its side-mounted gas piston and camming action, as well as its 20-round magazine and offset sights. The historical context highlights why the British military did not widely adopt such semi-automatic rifles during WWI, preferring other trench warfare solutions. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.