How a Rolling Block Operates - The Cycle of Operation | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing
This video provides an in-depth, 'inside out' look at the operation of the Remington Rolling Block action, one of the earliest designs for metallic cartridges. It details the action's evolution from its Civil War origins through its adaptation for pistols and sporting rifles in various sizes and calibers. The demonstration includes a cutaway view of a military rifle to illustrate the complete cycle of operation, from cocking to spent casing extraction.









