Remington's Last Rolling Block: the No.7 Target Rifle

This video provides an expert-level overview of American single-shot cartridge rifles, presented by Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA. It details the evolution and mechanics of iconic models from Sharps, Ballard, Springfield, Remington, Stevens, and Winchester. Potterfield, an authority on historical firearms, explains the design principles, historical context, and practical aspects of these firearms, including their actions and calibers.

This guide details the takedown procedure for the Remington 4-S Boy Scout Rifle, a historical firearm used by the American Boy Scouts. The process involves removing a single takedown screw to separate the barrel and forend from the receiver, facilitating cleaning and transport. The video emphasizes the importance of safety during disassembly.

This guide details how to build a budget-friendly target rifle using a Ruger 10/22 chassis. It covers selecting and installing key components like the Magpul Hunter X-22 stock and an EGW scope mount, addressing potential receiver issues like stripped screw holes, and mounting a BSA scope. The build emphasizes practicality and cost-effectiveness for a custom rimfire target rifle.

This video provides an expert-level deep dive into the Whitneyville Rolling Block Carbine, specifically the rare variant acquired by the Montreal Police. It details the carbine's unique Whitney-Laidley patent action, its historical procurement by the Montreal Police for riot control, and its distinctive markings. The presentation highlights the differences between Whitneyville and Remington Rolling Block designs and discusses the carbine's limited service life and current rarity as a collectible firearm.

This entry details the history and mechanics of the Remington Rolling Block action, focusing on the French Fusil Modèle 1915. It covers the design's evolution, key figures, and its service during WWI. The expert analysis highlights the action's strength and simplicity, while also noting its limitations as a single-shot firearm in modern combat contexts.

This guide details the maintenance and adjustment of the Winchester Model 52, a renowned .22 LR bolt-action rifle. It covers safety precautions, trigger adjustment using the Micro-Motion system, understanding the 'Speed Lock' mechanism, and inspecting various components like the magazine release and scope mounting provisions. The information is presented with the authority of a subject matter expert, drawing on historical context and technical details.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.