Top 5 Odd Actions

Published on September 25, 2019
Duration: 19:37

This video explores five unique military rifle actions, highlighting their distinct mechanical designs and historical context. Experts Eric and Tim discuss the Ross Rifle's accuracy and safety concerns, the AG-42's true DI system, the smooth Schmidt-Rubin, the clip-fed Steyr M95, the iconic Trapdoor, and the hybrid Vetterli. The discussion emphasizes deep knowledge of firearm mechanics and history.

Quick Summary

Experts discuss five unique military rifle actions: the Canadian Ross Rifle (accurate but potentially dangerous if reassembled incorrectly), the Swedish AG-42 Ljungman (a true direct gas impingement system), the Swiss Schmidt-Rubin 1889 (smooth straight-pull action), the Austro-Hungarian Steyr M95 (en-bloc clip fed), and the US Springfield Trapdoor (breech-loading conversion).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Top 5 Odd Actions
  2. 01:13Canadian Ross Rifle: Accuracy & Danger
  3. 05:41Swedish AG-42 Ljungman: True DI System
  4. 08:11Swiss Schmidt-Rubin 1889: Smooth Action
  5. 11:05Austro-Hungarian Steyr M95: Clip System
  6. 14:26US Springfield Trapdoor: Breech-Loading
  7. 17:12Swiss Vetterli: Hybrid Design

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ljungman AG-42's gas system unique?

The Swedish AG-42 Ljungman is notable for its true direct gas impingement (DI) system. Unlike many modern DI rifles, the AG-42 directs propellant gases directly onto the bolt face, which is a key mechanical distinction.

What is the primary safety concern with the Ross Rifle?

The Canadian Ross Rifle, despite its accuracy, has a critical safety flaw: the bolt can be reassembled incorrectly. This mistake can cause the bolt to violently recoil backward towards the shooter upon firing, posing a significant risk.

How does the Steyr M95 handle ammunition loading?

The Austro-Hungarian Steyr M95 utilizes an en-bloc clip system for feeding cartridges. This means a clip full of rounds is inserted, and the empty clip is designed to fall out of the bottom of the rifle once the last round is fired.

What is the Springfield Trapdoor rifle?

The Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor is an iconic American breech-loading rifle. It was a conversion of older muzzle-loading muskets, featuring a hinged breech block that opens like a trapdoor to accept cartridges, typically the .45-70 Government.

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