Videos tagged with Smokeless Powder Cartridge

The French Lebel 1886 M93 is an early smokeless powder infantry rifle weighing 9.2 lbs with an overall length of 51.5 inches. It features a tubular magazine holding eight rounds and a bolt operation that requires specific finesse. While its sights are geared for long-range accuracy, they can be slow for close combat. Despite its awkward handling, it represented a significant advancement in ammunition technology with the 8mm Lebel cartridge.

This documentary delves into the history and technical specifications of the Swedish Model 1887 and Norwegian Model 1893 Nagant revolvers. It details their development, adoption, mechanical features, and service life, highlighting the shared heritage and eventual divergence of these Scandinavian firearms. The video also touches upon ammunition variations and the revolvers' eventual replacement by semi-automatic pistols.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Model 1891 Argentine Mauser rifle, highlighting its historical significance as an early smokeless powder firearm closely based on the Belgian Model 1889. The presenter, Roy Hill from Brownells, details key features like its bolt action, detachable magazine, stripper clip capability, and the 7.65x53mm cartridge. He also discusses modifications made to the design after 1893, such as handguard length, magazine retaining screws, cleaning rod material, and rear sight types, suggesting his specific rifle was manufactured in 1896.

This video reviews the Henry 30-30 lever-action rifle, highlighting the significant news that all Henry rifles will now feature a side loading gate. The reviewer, a firearms enthusiast, discusses the pros and cons of this new feature compared to traditional tube loading, the rifle's 100% American-made construction, and the historical significance of the 30-30 cartridge. While appreciating the rifle's aesthetics and American origin, the reviewer notes some drawbacks like the 'crunchy' action and the maintenance required for the brass receiver.

The French Lebel 1886 Modifié 93 is an antique bolt-action rifle weighing 9.2 lbs with an overall length of 51.5 inches. It features an 8-round tubular magazine and fires the revolutionary 8mm Lebel smokeless powder cartridge. The rifle's operation, particularly the bolt and sights, requires finesse and is not ideal for rapid close-quarters engagement.