Videos tagged with Rifle Collecting

This YouTube Shorts video focuses on the Ruger American Rifle, specifically exploring 'pattern collecting'. While the description is minimal, the title clearly indicates the subject matter is firearms, with a focus on a particular rifle model from Ruger. The use of hashtags suggests a broader appeal within the firearm enthusiast community.

This video explores firearms that have appreciated significantly in value after production ceased. The Polish Beryl, FN FS2000, SIG MCX Legacy, and Brownells BRN-10 are highlighted as examples of once-unpopular or discontinued models that are now highly collectible. The discussion touches on their original market performance, design quirks, and current market desirability.

This TFB TV episode features gun collecting experts Ian McCollum (Forgotten Weapons) and Othais (C&Rsenal) sharing five essential tips for collectors, especially those interested in older firearms. They emphasize the importance of research, checking gun condition for safety, and managing expectations regarding expensive acquisitions. The discussion also touches upon successful and unsuccessful collecting deals, highlighting valuable insights for both novice and experienced collectors. The Kabul Arsenal Martini-Henry rifle is featured.

This YouTube video promotes "Project Lightening Poster" by Ian from CandRsenal, with links to purchase the poster and a Kickstarter campaign for "Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016." The content appears to be related to firearms history and memorabilia, specifically focusing on French military rifles.

This video reviews the results of Morphy's April 2019 auction, highlighting significant sales and unsold items. Notable sales included a Needlefire Carcano for $2,460, a .577 Bland-Pryse revolver for $25,830, and a 7.92mm Bren gun for $55,350. Conversely, items like the Dreyse 1874 needle rifle and Khrushchev's presentation MTs-11 shotgun did not sell, indicating market fluctuations for certain firearm types.

This video is a book review of "Collector's Guide to the Savage 99 Rifle" by David Royal. The book is presented as the definitive source for information on the Savage Model 99 rifle and its predecessors, the Model 1895 and 1899. It details model designations, factory options, production dates, and serial numbers, making it an indispensable resource for serious Savage enthusiasts. The description highlights the Savage 99's long production run and significant production numbers, emphasizing its underappreciated status in the firearms world. Links are provided for purchasing the book from Schiffer Direct and Amazon.

This video announces the upcoming publication of a reference book titled "Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016". The author details that the manuscript is nearly complete and photography is underway. A dedicated website, FrenchRifleBook.com, has been launched for book updates and pre-order notifications. Additionally, a cover art contest is announced, running until October 15th, seeking designs with an antiquarian, faux leather theme. Prizes include premium and signed copies of the book for the winning artists.

The Voere Model 2005 is a rare, high-quality German-made .22LR open bolt semi-automatic rifle from the 1980s. Its open bolt design, while uncommon today, fires as the bolt closes and lacks a last-round bolt hold-open. Rarity is attributed to ATF restrictions on open bolt designs, making it a collector's item with expensive magazines. Despite misconceptions, it demonstrates impressive accuracy.

This video is a book review of "Bolt Action Military Rifles of the World." The reviewer expresses strong enthusiasm for the book, highlighting its depth of coverage, excellent photography, and technical written material. They describe it as a valuable resource for rifle collectors and a great coffee table book. The reviewer intends to purchase a copy for themselves after borrowing it, despite its higher price point, considering it worth the investment. A link to purchase the book on Amazon is provided.