By Anthony Mitchell In a previous article we looked at the .22 Long Rifle cartridge, which is a rimfire. We will now turn our attention to the centrefire cartridge andContinue reading “Notes for the Novices No. 4 – The Centrefire Cartridge”
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Notes for Novices No.3
The .22 Automatic Pistol – By Anthony Mitchell Introduction This article covers the principle of operation of the .22 automatic pistol, as this is the one most commonly encountered byContinue reading “Notes for Novices No.3”
Notes For Novices No.2
Eyes and Ears by Anthony Mitchell Prior to each shoot, we always have a safety brief, part of which is a reminder about wearing eye and ear protection when orderedContinue reading “Notes For Novices No.2”
Notes For Novices No.1
The .22 Long Rifle Cartridge – By Anthony Mitchell This article has been produced to familiarise new shooters with the cartridge most commonly encountered on their first shoot. When weContinue reading “Notes For Novices No.1”
A Lithgow Shootout
By Anthony Mitchell I recently had the opportunity to conduct a comparison test between two Lithgow Rimfire rifles, a Model 1B single shot and a Model 12 bolt action repeater.Continue reading “A Lithgow Shootout”
The Lithgow Model 12 Repeater
By Anthony Mitchell Considered by many to be an Australian classic, the Lithgow Model 12 was a bolt action rifle chambered for the .22LR cartridge. The Model 12 was madeContinue reading “The Lithgow Model 12 Repeater”
Headstamp History
When perusing the headstamp in a cartridge case, we can usually determine the calibre and manufacturer. Military ammunition may also have a code to tell us where and when theContinue reading “Headstamp History”
Rimfire Reminiscing
Researched and Written by Anthony Mitchell With its low noise level and lack of recoil, the .22 rimfire cartridge is ideal for beginners. The low cost of ammunition means thatContinue reading “Rimfire Reminiscing”
A Matter of Calibre
Focus on Safety A Matter of Calibre When calibre is mentioned in regard to firearms, we usually think it’s to do with the size of the projectile. Broadly speaking, thisContinue reading “A Matter of Calibre”
The Pattern 1907 Bayonet
Researched and written By Anthony Mitchell Back in 1907, the British Army adopted the Short, Magazine, Lee-Enfield (SMLE) rifle as standard issue for all branches of the armed forces. Previously,Continue reading “The Pattern 1907 Bayonet”