Videos tagged with Selective Ejection

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides a critical review of the Enfield MkII revolver, detailing its design improvements over the MkI, such as a snag-free sight and simplified machining. He highlights its historical context, including markings for New South Wales and use by colonial forces, while also dissecting its mechanical flaws like cylinder locking issues and the 'bullet jumping' problem. The review concludes by noting its short service life and replacement by the Webley MkI.

This expert-level entry details the Enfield Mk II revolver, a successor to the Mk I, adopted by the British military in 1880. While an improvement over its predecessor, the Mk II is noted for its 'selective ejection system,' a feature allowing the ejection of spent casings while retaining live rounds. Despite its innovative concept, the system is described as impractical in real-world application. The content draws from an expert analysis, highlighting historical context and technical assessment.

This review covers the Weatherby Orion over-under shotgun, highlighting its value for money at around $1,100 retail. The shotgun features a Turkish walnut stock with a high-luster finish, nice bluing, and gold accents. Key technical aspects include mechanical selective triggers, selective automatic ejection, and Beretta-style locking lugs. It is available with 26 or 28-inch barrels and accepts Beretta-style choke tubes, with three included.