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Lee Metford and Lee Enfield Carbines for the Cavalry

Lee Metford and Lee Enfield Carbines for the Cavalry

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Published on September 28, 2020
Duration: 14:41

This video delves into the fascinating history and design of the Lee Metford and Lee Enfield Carbines, specifically those developed for cavalry use. It highlights how the need for a more compact firearm for horse-mounted soldiers led to the creation of carbine versions of the Lee magazine rifle. The description details design modifications like the forward-swept bolt handle, flattened receiver, rounded front sight wings, and a reduced 6-round magazine. It also points out the carbine's role in originating the cocking-piece-mounted safety, a feature later adopted by infantry rifles. The rarity of intact sling rings on these early cavalry carbines is also noted, emphasizing their unique evolutionary path.

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