Forum for discussions about all other U.S. military service rifles. ie: Trapdoor, Johnson etc .....
Basic Manual of Military Small Arms by W.H.B. Smith (Expired Copyright 1943) Observations: by Badger How to load, operate, disassemble,...
Fundamentals of Small Arms Weapons (WWII U.S. Training Films) These combined videos demonstrate the mechanics of pistols, rifles and machine guns....
Infantry Weapons and their Effects (WWII and Korean era U.S. Training Films) "Infantry Weapons and Their Effects" is an official WWII era...
TM-43-0001-27 - Army Ammunition Data Sheets (1994) DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT: Approved for public release: distribution is unlimited....
U.S. Metallic Cartridges Testing (Regulation and Experimental) (1873) Author: Major T.J. Treadwell (Commanding Frankford Aresenal) Government...
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Hey guys. I need help identifying what make and model I have here. I pulled it out of an estate sale and may be interested in selling it. See link...
Wasn't sure where else to post this. Thought you guys might find the story entertaining (of the crate, not the gun). The T17E3 was a very short...
Is a front sight cover recommended for shooting the trapdoor rifle? Just wondering if many use them or not. TIA.
The barrel extention of a Johnson threads right onto an L1a1 (British FAL) barrel like it was made for it! Hmmmm.....
Hi - I have a Van Orden Sniper in 30-06 that I validated with the Chandlers book in "DEATH FROM AFAR" The Chandler's also sent me a copy of the...
I am selling a large collection from a 87yr old Vet, and thought you guys would get a kick out of seeing some rifles you don't see every day. A...
A very decent semi-rare TD. Fair price, aif not an outright bargain. ********** Model 1877 Trapdoor rifle. This rifle was manufactured in 1877 and...
Ward-Burton saddle ring carbine. Manufactured at Springfield Armory as a test piece for the U.S. Army trials of 1871, then carried by the Cavalry...
My .45-70 Trapdoor rifle has a 1873 dated breech block with low arch(?), the cartouche is SWP/1886 and it has a 1884 Buffington rear sight. Is it a...
Trying to identify the rather long beast held by the chap in the right-rear of this lineup. Somehow doubt the linked 20mm? ammo goes with it.
This is the results of my latest gun show fiasco. I was looking for a Model 1816 Type 2. I saw this with the type 2 swivel attachment and and the...
Is my 45-70 trapdoor original or a Banerman? The S/N 415006 shows it was built in 1888. The sidelock dated 1863. the breach block dated 1873, is a...
Hello everyone. I am in the market for a Springfield Trapdoor for my next milsurp. The oldest rifle I have is a Krag, and decided to begin collecting...
New here guys - just found this site a day or two ago - panning to stick around:D Anyway, does anybody know where I can shoot some side plate guns...
I have been looking for an early 73 for two years and have had no luck.. The short wristed guns are easy to find but the long wristed guns seem to...
Here for your viewing pleasure is Winchester-Lee Model 1895 6mm Navy Rifle serial number 18003 with bayonet and scabbard.
hi i decided last month to build a winchester 70 usmc replica the action will be 2012 "pre 64 " look alike, the stock a sporter model this rifle...
Here for your viewing pleasure is my Winchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 U.S. Navy rifle serial number 2926., 32"" round barrel with Naval...
G'day guys In the local shop today, saw a "Winchester Hotchkiss" in 45-70. I know there is a few models of it which i dont understand, it has a...
Hello I would like to know something more about this m1907 and what do you think about it, I found little on the internet and I would like to know...
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