When discussing pivotal military firearms of the 19th century, the Werndl-Holub M1867 rifle emerges as a significant yet often overlooked innovation in the evolution of breech-loading rifles. Designed at a time when major world powers were transitioning from muzzle-loaders to more efficient breech-loading mechanisms, the Werndl was Austria-Hungary’s first standardized breech-loading military rifle. With its...
What are gas checks?
Gas checks are small metal cups or discs that are attached to the base of a cast lead bullet. It is designed to prevent the hot gases and pressures generated during the firing process from melting or deforming the base of the bullet. When reloading lead bullets for high-velocity or magnum cartridges, the bullet may...
The Mosin-Nagant: History, Development, and Legacy of a Battlefield Icon
The Mosin-Nagant rifle is one of the most recognizable and historically significant bolt-action rifles in the world. Known for its rugged reliability, long service life, and widespread use, the Mosin-Nagant has been a staple of military forces, particularly in Russia and the Soviet Union, for over a century. Its impact extends across multiple wars, continents,...
Henry Repeating Arms: American Made or Not Made at All
Henry Repeating Arms: An American Firearms Legacy Henry Repeating Arms is one of the most recognized and respected names in the American firearms industry, known for its unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and reliability. Though the company was founded in 1996, its name pays tribute to Benjamin Tyler Henry, the inventor of the legendary 1860...