The Remington Model 81 Auto Loading Rifle | Gun History | MidwayUSA

Ian McCollum, an expert in historical firearms, provides an in-depth look at two rare SIG prototype semi-automatic rifles from 1924 and 1925. The video details their distinct mechanical designs, including the gas-operated 1924 model with a rotating bolt and the short-recoil 1925 model featuring a takedown design and rotating barrel lock-up. This analysis highlights early SIG innovation in rifle development for Swiss military trials.

This guide details the takedown and shooting of the Sjögren Inertial Shotgun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The process involves a unique takedown mechanism utilizing interrupted threads and a plunger system for barrel removal. The video also provides insights into the shotgun's operation during live fire, including slow-motion analysis of the bolt cycling and recoil impulse. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, guides viewers through these procedures.

This guide details the disassembly and operation of the Winchester Thumb Trigger Rifle, a unique bolt-action firearm produced from 1904-1923. Expertly demonstrated by Ian McCollum, the process involves a simple takedown via a single thumb screw, revealing a minimalist internal mechanism. The rifle's purpose as a 'boys' rifle' for plinking and varmint hunting is highlighted, along with its distinctive thumb-operated trigger.

This entry details the disassembly of the Greener's Humane Horse Killer Mark 1*, a specialized veterinary tool. Ian McCollum, demonstrating high expertise, guides through the process, highlighting its compact, takedown design. The device was standard for British military veterinarians from 1865-1965 for euthanizing horses.

This guide details the takedown and field strip procedure for the Remington Model 8 semi-automatic rifle, a design by John Moses Browning. It covers the simple takedown for storage and basic disassembly for maintenance. The video highlights the rifle's unique long recoil action and its historical significance.

This guide details the takedown and reassembly process for the Winchester Model 61, a classic pump-action .22 rifle. Expert instruction from Brownells' channel highlights the rifle's simple takedown screw mechanism, allowing for easy separation into two main components for cleaning or storage. The process is straightforward, emphasizing the firearm's user-friendly design.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.