An attempt to modernise the Martini-Henry rifle, with firearms and weapon expert Jonathan Ferguson
This video features firearms and weapon expert Jonathan Ferguson exploring an attempt to modernize the Martini-Henry rifle. The description highlights how the introduction of bolt-action magazine rifles rendered the Martini-Henry obsolete. An ex-army officer, Charles Greville Harston, proposed a solution that proved to be expensive and complicated, ultimately being surpassed by the Lee Metford rifle. The video likely delves into the history, design, and functionality of these firearms, offering insights from an expert.










