Sunday Shoot a Round #207

This review of the Lee-Enfield Mk I* highlights its charger loading mechanism, a significant improvement over earlier models. The firearm weighs 9.3 pounds with an overall length of 49.5 inches and is chambered in .303 British. While the charger bridge facilitates quicker 10-round loading, the reviewer notes the rifle can still feel awkward to handle, despite updated sights and a mild recoil.

This video reviews ten dirt-cheap military surplus rifles that are still available for purchase, often at prices lower than entry-level modern firearms. It highlights the SKS, M1 Garand, Schmidt-Rubin K31, Lee-Enfield, Mosin-Nagant, Swedish Mauser M96, Arisaka Type 99, and 1903 Springfield, discussing their historical significance, operational characteristics, common calibers, and current market value. The presenter advises on which models are worth buying and which to avoid, emphasizing factors like ammunition availability and cost.

This review delves into the Lewis Machine Gun, a historically significant WWI firearm designed by Isaac Newton Lewis. It highlights the gun's unique features, such as its distinctive pan magazine and innovative 'clock-spring' recoil mechanism, and its surprising presence in modern pop culture. The video also touches on its design origins and variations in caliber, including the featured .30-06 U.S. Navy model.

This video from Guns You Can't Live Without highlights five underrated budget surplus rifles that offer significant value and performance, often outperforming modern AR-15 platforms in specific scenarios. The expert instructor emphasizes their reliability, durability, and historical significance, making them excellent choices for budget-conscious firearm enthusiasts.

This expert guide from Forgotten Weapons details the operation and shooting experience of the rare British Farquhar-Hill rifle. Instructor Ian highlights its unique semi-automatic action, drum magazine loading mechanism, and surprising gentle recoil, attributing it to a dual spring system. The rifle, chambered in .303 British, saw limited use by the British Air Corps in WWI.

This video provides an expert overview of 15 affordable surplus rifles that can be purchased and kept indefinitely. The instructor, with significant experience, highlights their value, reliability, and historical significance. Key takeaways include the importance of thorough inspection for bore condition and headspace, the need for proper cleaning, especially with corrosive surplus ammunition, and recommendations for specific models like the Yugo M48, Swiss K31, and Italian Carcano as excellent entry points for collectors and shooters seeking durable, cost-effective firearms.

This guide details the process of firing a Civil War-era 1855 Springfield Musket using a Minie ball, as demonstrated by expert firearms instructor Hickok45. It covers preparation, loading with a ramrod, priming with a percussion cap, and firing. The demonstration highlights safe and correct muzzle-loading techniques for historical firearms.

This guide details the unique loading process for the 1860 Henry Rifle, as demonstrated by hickok45. It covers the steps for safely inserting cartridges into the tubular magazine and highlights important considerations to prevent damage to the firearm or injury. hickok45, an expert with extensive historical knowledge, provides clear instructions for this classic firearm.

This comprehensive review of the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum, presented by firearms expert hickok45, details the immense power and unique characteristics of this large-caliber revolver. hickok45 provides expert insights into managing its significant recoil, demonstrates its destructive capability on various targets, and compares it to other iconic handguns. The review highlights the 500 S&W Magnum's role as a potent hunting tool and a fascinating firearm for enthusiasts of extreme power.

This comprehensive review of the Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, presented by firearms authority Hickok45, details its historical significance, operational techniques, and identification markers. The video covers loading with stripper clips, understanding German manufacturing codes like 'BYF 43', and the rifle's place in firearms history, emphasizing its robust bolt-action design.