Thanks Dirk! At about 11 y/o my brother and I were given .22 rifles (no sights, no magazine). We were terrible shots, my stepdad got us a few rabbits with those little rifles - he never missed, we never hit.
I went to a military school in the UK in the 1970s. We initially trained on the No 8 as most of us - at the age of 11 - were shorter than the No 4’s that we moved onto at 14… :)
As a pedant, you standing there with the rifle in your hands with a sign behind you stating "Absolutely no handling of firearms while people are downrange" while someone else is walking down range in the background is Monty Python levels of funny to me. Thanks.
Thank you for adding more info to my personal mystery. I have an SMLE No1 rifle, that is in .22 with a Long Lee Mk1* Bolt , single shot, no markings apart from a low three digit serial number. My current understanding is, 1500 SMLE No1 were issued for troop trials. In 1903 the SMLE was adopted and the trials rifles taken back. In 1907 , these underwent conversion to .22. I think it is one of those. I learnt to shoot on a 1898 dated Martini action, with a .22 barrel stuck on, and also own a 1941 dated Mossberg MB42a, a rifle specifically made in .22 for British Military training. I wonder how many of the 'modern' plastic fantastics will still be shooting in 100 + years.
I have to ask... How often do Canadians make the 'Blame Canada' joke? I'm sitting here by my wife, suddenly started giggling like a madman. I just could not explain how funny it was.
I was surprised how quick someone can be almost invisible between the targets and thus creating an ultra high risk situation. Start at 00:30 and see than at 01:30.
Training rifles in .22 lr, until few decades in german language called 5,6 mm lfB ( lang für Büchsen- long for rifles) had been a common thing in 1930s Germany, also civilian target Shooting was changed / militarized. Before wwl by german language target shooters single shot block rifles had been popular ( in current Germany called Feuerstutzen, in english Schuetzenrifle). Now before wwl socalled Wehrmannbüchsen ( about Warriors rifles) had been produced. This had been singleshot Bolt Action rifles in size , weight and handling as similar to Gewehr 98 as possible, but firing civilian 8,15 x 42 R target cartidges.
Cosplaying as a WWI era serviceman? Gun Jesus is definitely going to react to that, even if he ignores the Downfall meme. I have to salute your unique collab invite and look forward to the results...
1:20 I’m a little puzzled by the Metford rifle having shallower rifling because of black powder fouling. I had heard that one belief was that rifling came about as a attempt to deal with black powder fouling and it was only later discovered that it added spin to the projectile, thus improving accuracy.
Not being a person particularly interested in guns for guns sake - I've shot a few different types when friends wanted to take them out to shoot. I have to say, while a .22 may not really be a gun guy's gun - I found them fun to shoot. Your not getting kicked in the shoulder all day and your ears are deafened. But again - I'm not really into guns. Another nice video though. Not into guns, but do enjoy the history of it.
I know its just casual shooting so just enjoy. However if you move your left hand further down the barrel as close as possible to the shoulder strap lug, and pull the stock firmly into your shoulder, you should see improved consistency between shots. Enjoy!
I have both a Cooey 82 and a No.2 mk4 both were 2" groups at 5 0 yds. The c.no.7 I used to shoot in cadets.of ten have me scores above 90 and on a memorable occasion 100,6x. Why did you touch the sights, if the were on since ww1/ww2 they should still have been right.
prohibited device? yeah no... it dosnt work like that.... possession dosnt create victim, no victim, no crime, no exception. you have every right to own and use whatever you want, wherever you want, your only obligation is to do so peacefully and safely.
Thanks Dirk!
At about 11 y/o my brother and I were given .22 rifles (no sights, no magazine). We were terrible shots, my stepdad got us a few rabbits with those little rifles - he never missed, we never hit.
I went to a military school in the UK in the 1970s. We initially trained on the No 8 as most of us - at the age of 11 - were shorter than the No 4’s that we moved onto at 14… :)
Looked like a great day to be on the range.😊
"The target is 18 centimeters tall and designed to be set up at 30 yards range" How Canadian!
I am a proud owner of an "Atchisson" Mark III AR15K10 the 22 Caliber Conversion for the AR15/M16!!!
🎵🎶 Blame Canadaaa 🎶🎵
The songs started in my head as soon as he said it.
Nice to be able to train with actual training equipment! I also appreciate the period clothing; somewhat jealous.
I am the proud owner of a BSA Martini cadet rifle ordered by the Canadian government in 1925. Excellent sights, long and heavy barrel.
I have one to. The stock brass disk numbers say it was issued to canora Saskatchewan high school cadets. They are great shooters
Love the period accurate outfit, nice touch.
Be careful with that brutal recoil!
"Blame Canada" Words to live by.
Amen
I politely agree in the nature of that great people.
Needs a collab with British Muzzleloaders (also a Canadian channel).
As a pedant, you standing there with the rifle in your hands with a sign behind you stating "Absolutely no handling of firearms while people are downrange" while someone else is walking down range in the background is Monty Python levels of funny to me. Thanks.
A 22lr version of the SMLE was the first thing I shot. An SMLE of some description was the next. IIRC I wasn't bad at it.
Thank you for adding more info to my personal mystery. I have an SMLE No1 rifle, that is in .22 with a Long Lee Mk1* Bolt , single shot, no markings apart from a low three digit serial number. My current understanding is, 1500 SMLE No1 were issued for troop trials. In 1903 the SMLE was adopted and the trials rifles taken back. In 1907 , these underwent conversion to .22. I think it is one of those. I learnt to shoot on a 1898 dated Martini action, with a .22 barrel stuck on, and also own a 1941 dated Mossberg MB42a, a rifle specifically made in .22 for British Military training. I wonder how many of the 'modern' plastic fantastics will still be shooting in 100 + years.
11:15 haa haa haa THAT 2ND Silhouette! You must be a good shot! Every picture tells a story.
I have to ask... How often do Canadians make the 'Blame Canada' joke?
I'm sitting here by my wife, suddenly started giggling like a madman. I just could not explain how funny it was.
Thanks Dirk.
I was surprised how quick someone can be almost invisible between the targets and thus creating an ultra high risk situation. Start at 00:30 and see than at 01:30.
INDY!
Sorry, but you really remind me of Remy from the Adventures Of Young Indiana Jones! ;)
And thanks Dirk! ;)
Training rifles in .22 lr, until few decades in german language called 5,6 mm lfB ( lang für Büchsen- long for rifles) had been a common thing in 1930s Germany, also civilian target Shooting was changed / militarized. Before wwl by german language target shooters single shot block rifles had been popular ( in current Germany called Feuerstutzen, in english Schuetzenrifle). Now before wwl socalled Wehrmannbüchsen ( about Warriors rifles) had been produced. This had been singleshot Bolt Action rifles in size , weight and handling as similar to Gewehr 98 as possible, but firing civilian 8,15 x 42 R target cartidges.
You have to tweet the cno7 mag lips to make the feed ramp work properly
The Selkirk Game and Fish Association range.
Great work mate 👍
Cosplaying as a WWI era serviceman? Gun Jesus is definitely going to react to that, even if he ignores the Downfall meme.
I have to salute your unique collab invite and look forward to the results...
1:20 I’m a little puzzled by the Metford rifle having shallower rifling because of black powder fouling. I had heard that one belief was that rifling came about as a attempt to deal with black powder fouling and it was only later discovered that it added spin to the projectile, thus improving accuracy.
Your timestamps/chapters are still set like the removed intro piece was in the video.
This channel is shockingly unrated
IKR?! I subscribed within seconds after watching my first video here. 🤩🫡🐶
Yes it is
The channel has 100k+ subscribers and hasn't been around for nearly as long as channels like Forgotten Weapons, so just give it time.
The bolt is louder than the bullet 😂
The putties need work, I know mine do as well and they are a stupid garment…. Great video.
👍
Not being a person particularly interested in guns for guns sake - I've shot a few different types when friends wanted to take them out to shoot.
I have to say, while a .22 may not really be a gun guy's gun - I found them fun to shoot. Your not getting kicked in the shoulder all day and your ears are deafened.
But again - I'm not really into guns.
Another nice video though. Not into guns, but do enjoy the history of it.
Love the beard
6 seconds in laugh out loud that's our table we just got from Argos UK
I know its just casual shooting so just enjoy. However if you move your left hand further down the barrel as close as possible to the shoulder strap lug, and pull the stock firmly into your shoulder, you should see improved consistency between shots. Enjoy!
I have both a Cooey 82 and a No.2 mk4 both were 2" groups at 5 0 yds. The c.no.7 I used to shoot in cadets.of ten have me scores above 90 and on a memorable occasion 100,6x. Why did you touch the sights, if the were on since ww1/ww2 they should still have been right.
you know youre shooting .22 when cycling the action is as loud or louder than the report of the round lol.
"Absolutely no handling of firearms while people are downrange" Uhhh, I'm just gonna give the benefit of the doubt and say that one guy snuck by you.
Don't worry, we'll blame Canada!!!!!
Blame Canada!
Blame Canada.. lol
Taking another shot at gun content, again, I see.
prohibited device?
yeah no... it dosnt work like that.... possession dosnt create victim, no victim, no crime, no exception.
you have every right to own and use whatever you want, wherever you want, your only obligation is to do so peacefully and safely.
You're a yank - right?
@@MicMc539 "negative, i am a meat popsicle"
@@ZOMBIEHEADSHOTKILLER That sounds just like a yank too.
Definitely must be a yank!
@@MicMc539 nope
And how does that work out for you in court, as your legal defense?
.22 is just so underwhelming to watch. Poof.