2-Gun Match: Enfield Jungle Carbine & Martini-Henry

Published on February 26, 2022
Duration: 16:35

This guide outlines strategies for a 2-gun match featuring the Enfield Jungle Carbine and Martini-Henry. It covers handling both bolt-action and lever-action rifles, managing ammunition types (including black powder handloads), and navigating long and short-range stages. Instruction emphasizes adapting to rifle characteristics, dealing with visibility issues from smoke, and managing physical exertion during competitive shooting.

Quick Summary

In a 2-gun match, the Enfield Jungle Carbine and Martini-Henry were used. The Jungle Carbine's 10-round capacity offered speed, while the Martini-Henry's single-shot nature required deliberate action. Black powder smoke from the Martini-Henry impacted visibility, and physical exertion was a key factor in stage performance for both shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Rifle Selection
  2. 01:28Long Range Stage - Jungle Carbine
  3. 04:36Long Range Stage - Martini-Henry
  4. 08:05Short Range Stage - Martini-Henry
  5. 11:20Short Range Stage - Jungle Carbine
  6. 13:17Match Results and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles were used in the 2-gun match on Forgotten Weapons?

The 2-gun match featured an Enfield No. 5 Mk I 'Jungle Carbine' chambered in .303 British and a Mk IV Martini-Henry chambered in .577/450 Martini-Henry, showcasing historical firearms in a competitive setting.

How did black powder ammunition affect the Martini-Henry stage?

The black powder ammunition used in the Mk IV Martini-Henry created significant smoke, which obscured the target after each shot. This required careful aim and patience for follow-up shots, slowing the rate of fire.

What were the key differences in stage performance between the Jungle Carbine and Martini-Henry?

The Jungle Carbine's 10-round capacity allowed for faster target transitions in short-range stages, while the Martini-Henry's single-shot nature demanded more deliberate action. Both rifles faced challenges with target visibility, especially the Martini-Henry due to smoke.

What were the results of the 2-gun match?

Ian McCollum placed 25th overall and 1st in the manual division with the Jungle Carbine. Tom placed 37th overall and 3rd in the manual division with the Martini-Henry, with both rifles proving reliable and fun to shoot.

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