Model 1917 American Enfield

The U.S. Rifle Model of 1917, chambered in .30-06 Springfield, was developed to meet WWI equipment shortages, ultimately outnumbering the M1903 Springfield. It features a 46.25-inch length, 9.2 lbs weight, and a 6-round capacity with a Mauser-style bolt action that cocks on closing. Production innovations, like part-time positions at Winchester, accelerated output but caused interchangeability issues. Post-war, the M1917 action influenced later civilian rifle designs.

The Pattern 1913 Enfield, influenced by the Mauser 98 and British needs, was designed for a new high-velocity .276 cartridge. Its robust action and hybrid bolt design, featuring Mauser lugs and a cock-on-close system, aimed for superior performance. Though the .276 caliber faced development issues and WWI halted its adoption, the design heavily influenced the US M1917 rifle, considered by some the best infantry rifle of WWI.

This review of the Remington Model 1917 Enfield highlights its historical significance as a WWI bolt-action rifle produced in large numbers. Key features include its Mauser-style claw extractor, a cock-on-closing action, and a high-quality peep sight. The rifle demonstrated excellent accuracy with a tight group at short range and proved capable with reactive targets at longer distances, showcasing the effectiveness of the .30-06 cartridge.

This review details the rare Turkish 'Enfauser,' a hybrid rifle combining Lee Enfield and Mauser components. Originally a 1911 Ishapore-made Short Lee Enfield Mark III, it was converted in the 1930s by Turkish arsenals to chamber 8x57 Mauser and adopt Mauser-style furniture and sights. The conversion involved significant mechanical changes, including receiver reinforcement and bolt head modifications, to accommodate the new cartridge and Mauser magazines. Its history is linked to British/Indian rifles captured during WWI, particularly from the Siege of Kut.

Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries explains that the L85A1's fundamental design flaws, such as the ejection port size, could not have been fixed by Enfield even if the company hadn't been sold. While improved quality control might have reduced malfunctions, the inherent issues would have persisted, making the SA80 platform problematic regardless of manufacturing.

This video provides a detailed look at a 1943 Lithgow SMLE Mk III* rifle chambered in .303 British. It highlights the rifle's markings, demonstrates the bolt action operation, and shows a live-fire sequence using iron sights. The content emphasizes the historical significance and functionality of this World War 2 era firearm.

The Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW chambered in .300 Blackout is presented as a highly effective modern defensive tool. It features a 7-inch barrel, 20-round capacity, and is shown with accessories like a Trijicon RMR and Surefire Scout light. The .300 Blackout cartridge's utility in a PDW platform is highlighted, despite common misunderstandings, with a live-fire demonstration showcasing its effectiveness.

This video compares the 5.56 cartridge to the more powerful .30-06 Springfield, highlighting the latter's historical use. It features a Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle in .30-06, questioning the classification of traditional firearms as 'assault weapons'. Live fire demonstration showcases the rifle's performance.

This review details the AR-57 upper receiver, a conversion for the standard AR-15 platform chambered in 5.7x28mm. It highlights the unique top-mounted P90 magazine system and a clever downward ejection modification using a cut Magpul PMAG to catch spent brass. The demonstration confirms the effectiveness of this brass-catching hack.

The Ruger Mini-14, chambered in .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, is examined for its 'weapon of war' status. The review highlights its modularity, demonstrated by a quick stock swap from synthetic to wood folding. Live fire shows its capabilities, contrasting its public perception with other firearms.