Videos tagged with Straight Pull Action

This expert-level review of the Blaser R93 LRS 2 Tactical, presented by an experienced firearms instructor, details its accuracy with various ammunition types. The rifle, described as the 'Maserati of rifles,' demonstrated impressive performance, particularly with Fiocchi 168gr SMK and Swiss 150gr Mil Ball ammunition, achieving tight groups. The review highlights the straight-pull action and its suitability for long-range engagements.

This video features a review and demonstration of the Beretta BRX1 straight-pull action rifle chambered in .300 WIN MAG. The rifle is shown suppressed with a SilencerCo OMEGA 300 suppressor, highlighting its performance and features. The content focuses on the firearm itself, its operational mechanism, and the added benefit of suppressed shooting.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, delves into the rare Swiss M1900 Short Rifle and M1905 Cavalry Carbine. It highlights their development stemming from the M1896 Schmidt-Rubin action, designed to overcome the impracticality of earlier carbine designs. The expert presentation emphasizes the distinct features and intended roles of each carbine, contrasting them with later K11 models and explaining their rarity due to military conversions.

This expert review of the Hammerli Force B1 highlights its unique biathlon-style straight-pull action and extensive features for shooting sports and hunting. The rifle boasts compatibility with Ruger 10/22 magazines and triggers, a quick barrel swap system for .22 LR and .22 WMR, and an adjustable polymer stock. Instruction from an expert firearms instructor covers the rifle's handling, controls, and modification potential.

The Beretta BRX1 is a highly innovative straight-pull bolt-action rifle, marking Beretta's significant return to this market. It features a fully ambidextrous design, a versatile three-position safety, and an adjustable trigger. The switch-barrel system allows for quick caliber changes, and accuracy testing demonstrated consistent sub-MOA groups.

This guide details the operation of the Swiss Schmidt-Rubin 1896/11 rifle, a historical firearm that served during the Great War. It covers loading with a 6-round charger of 7.5 Swiss GP11, the unique cock-on-open straight-pull bolt action, and the safety mechanism. The rifle features a smooth single-stage trigger and a tangent U-notch rear sight. Expert instruction highlights the importance of inertia for smooth operation and the follower's function in indicating an empty magazine.

The Ross Rifle MkIII, a Canadian WWI-era firearm, weighs 9.9 lbs and measures 50.6 inches. It features a straight-pull bolt action and is chambered in .303 British, with a 5-round capacity. While inventor Charles Ross claimed it was perfect, the review suggests it's a solid, albeit complex, historical rifle.

The Swiss K31 is a highly accurate and well-engineered bolt-action rifle chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. Its straight-pull bolt action allows for rapid cycling, and it utilizes a detachable 6-round magazine loaded via chargers. The rifle is known for its quality construction and historical significance, often associated with Swiss motorcycle troops.

This video provides a first look at the new Savage Arms Impulse rifle, featuring a straight-pull action. The description highlights Savage's aim to combine the speed and smoothness of a straight-pull with the accuracy, safety, and reliability of their Model 10 and 110 bolt-actions. It mentions the rifle will be American-made and competitively priced, with three initial models (Hog Hunter, Predator, Big Game) and a range of chamberings from .22-250 Remington to .300 Winchester Magnum.

The Ross Mk III rifle, Canada's primary WWI infantry arm, featured a straight-pull bolt action and was chambered in .303 British. Despite its accuracy potential, it suffered from extraction failures, particularly with British ammunition, leading to its withdrawal from front-line service in 1916. The Mk IIIB variant, adopted by Britain, simplified the rear sight.

The Browning T-Bolt Suppressor Ready A-TACS LE is a high-quality, Japanese-made .22LR rifle featuring a unique straight-pull action for rapid cycling. It boasts excellent accuracy, achieving one-hole groups with premium ammunition, making it suitable for pest control and target shooting. While expensive, its lightweight design, flush-fitting 10-round magazine, and integrated spare magazine storage offer distinct advantages over traditional bolt-actions.

The Blaser R8 Professional Success offers a unique straight-pull action with a manual cocking lever for enhanced safety and speed. Its modular design allows for easy caliber changes, and the integrated detachable trigger and magazine group significantly reduces overall length. The thumbhole stock provides excellent ergonomics, and the crisp trigger breaks at under 2 pounds.