Videos tagged with Sir Charles Ross

This "I Have This Old Gun" segment from American Rifleman Television explores the history and evolution of the Canadian Ross Rifle, specifically the Mk III model. The video details Canada's desire for its own distinct military equipment in the early 20th century, leading to the development of the Ross straight-pull bolt-action rifle. It highlights inventor Sir Charles Ross's character, early design flaws, and improvements made by the Mk III. The segment also discusses the rifle's challenges during trench warfare in World War I due to mud, ultimately leading to its replacement by the Lee-Enfield SMLE. The video concludes by noting the rifle's eventual retirement from Canadian service.

This experimental Ross Automatic Rifle, a conversion of the Ross M-10, showcases a unique mechanical forced-air cooling system driven by a fan powered by the bolt action. Unlike contemporary designs, it utilizes a direct gas-operated system with dual recoil springs and is modified for full-auto fire only. The rifle features significant stock modifications to accommodate the cycling bolt and ensure shooter clearance.

This video explores the controversial history of Sir Charles Ross and his rifle factory in Quebec City, focusing on his dispute over a Martello tower. Ross controversially added an industrial water tower to a historic Martello tower, sparking local outrage. His spiteful retaliation involved using the tower as a rifle backstop, leaving visible bullet damage.

The Ross MkI was Canada's first domestically produced battle rifle, featuring a unique straight-pull bolt action and a 5-round Harris dump magazine. Despite its innovative design, early models like the MkI suffered from mechanical issues, particularly a fragile rear sight and a lack of primary extraction, leading to rapid revisions. Sir Charles Ross, a wealthy Scottish inventor, developed the rifle independently, achieving both sporting and military success.