Videos tagged with Remington Model 81

This video showcases three distinct firearms: a historical Remington Model 81 semi-automatic rifle, a limited edition HK MP5 'Long Boy' variant, and a Tikka T3X bolt-action rifle. The Remington Model 81, chambered in .30 Remington, is noted for its historical significance and difficulty in sourcing ammunition due to its 1907 manufacture date. The HK MP5 'Long Boy' is a semi-automatic collector's item with a 16-inch barrel and modern features like an M-LOK rail. The Tikka T3X is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth bolt action, making it a strong value proposition under $1000.

This video focuses on the barrel assembly and disassembly of the Remington Model 8 and 81 semi-automatic rifles. The description strongly cautions viewers against attempting these procedures without the necessary skills, highlighting the powerful recoil spring of the Model 81. It clarifies that the video is intended for learning and not as a step-by-step tutorial, emphasizing safety and expertise. The content is presented as a demonstration rather than a beginner's guide.

The long recoil operating system involves the barrel and bolt locking together and recoiling as a unit. This system's primary advantage is safety, as the long travel ensures chamber pressure drops before unlocking. However, it often results in higher felt recoil due to the mass of the recoiling assembly and can have weaker ejection due to the case being expelled after the barrel returns forward.

The Remington Model 81 Special Police, a rare semi-automatic rifle, was a conversion of the John Browning-designed Model 8, featuring a 15-round detachable magazine. Developed by Newton Hillyard and later adopted by Remington, it was primarily purchased by the LA County Sheriff's Department. Modifications included a semi-pistol grip stock and enhanced handguard for sustained fire.

The Remington Model 8 is a historically significant semi-automatic rifle designed by John Browning, produced from 1906 to 1950. It features a robust long recoil action, allowing for smooth operation and surprisingly soft recoil, even in calibers like .25 Remington. The rifle is designed for easy takedown, facilitating transport, and showcases advanced internal mechanisms for its era, including a rotating bolt and dual recoil springs.

This expert-level guide details the takedown procedure for the Remington Model 81 Auto Loading Rifle, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. The video highlights the rifle's history, physical features, and operating mechanism, concluding with a clear, step-by-step disassembly process. The Model 81, produced from 1936 to 1950, is noted for its takedown design, facilitating field stripping.