This YouTube video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson examining the Thorneycroft's Lee-Speed Rifle, a weapon owned by James Baird Thorneycroft himself. The discussion covers different patterns of the rifle, including the first and third patterns, and highlights Thorneycroft's unique sight and its patent. The video also provides context on the "Lee-Speed" designation and offers a glimpse into subtle decorative elements of the firearm. It's an in-depth look at a specific historical firearm, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts of military and sporting rifles.
This video explores the Thorneycroft, a Victorian-era bullpup rifle prototype developed by James Baird Thorneycroft. Inspired by the Boer War, the design aimed to create a shorter rifle without sacrificing barrel length by moving the action and magazine behind the trigger. Prototypes were produced around 1901 and chambered for .303 British with a 5-round magazine. Despite being lighter and shorter than the standard Lee rifle, the British military ultimately rejected the concept in favor of a universal short rifle. The video highlights the innovative bullpup design and its historical context.
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