Wat’s Carbon Water-N-Stuff Thread - Concepts In Iron And Wood!!!

[Wat_Tyler]

In my email inbox today:


The Senate Finance Committee has proposed a whole slew of firearm and tax reforms as part of the budget reconciliation package, including:

• Removing suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and “any other weapons” (AOWs) from the definition of firearm under the NFA!
• Redefining the term “Firearm” to include only machineguns and destructive devices!
• Eliminating the legal basis and requirement for taxing, registering, or restricting these items under the NFA!

And:


We’ve already talked about how epic it would be to remove suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs from the NFA. But the committee has also proposed the following:

• Eliminating the government’s authority to classify shotguns as destructive devices
• Eliminating the $5 transfer tax for AOWs
• Preempting state and local registration or licensing laws that rely solely on NFA classification, so long as the owner acquired the item in compliance with federal (GCA) requirements
• And finally, ensuring that owners of SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs don’t run afoul of state and local laws requiring registration or licensing requirement under the NFA as long as they lawfully acquire or possess them under other federal laws!

So I reckon that it'd be 1933 all over again.


I have an extensive list of cars from the era that should be available to acquire, too.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

Also in my inbox:




While the Lee–Enfield rifle is often celebrated as the iconic British firearm of the World Wars, another formidable weapon—less known but highly respected—played a crucial supporting role. The Pattern 1914 Enfield (P14) rifle was a product of innovation, necessity, and transatlantic collaboration. Originally designed to chamber a powerful experimental round, it would instead become a wartime precision rifle that left a lasting legacy on 20th-century firearms development.

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A Rifle Born from the Lessons of War​

The P14's origin traces back to the British experience in the Second Boer War, where Boer marksmen equipped with Mauser rifles delivered long-range, accurate fire. This experience prompted the British military to pursue a new, high-velocity round — the .276 Enfield — and a new rifle to fire it. The result was the Pattern 1913 Enfield (P13), a promising bolt-action rifle with a Mauser-style action optimized for accuracy.
However, with the outbreak of World War I, the introduction of a new cartridge (.276 Enfield) was deemed too logistically complicated. Instead, the design was adapted to the existing .303 British cartridge, resulting in the Pattern 1914 Enfield.

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Transatlantic Production Effort​

To meet wartime demand, the British government turned to American manufacturers: Winchester, Remington, and Eddystone (a Remington subsidiary). Over 1.2 million P14s were produced between 1915 and 1917, with Winchester alone delivering over 235,000 units.
However, the decentralized manufacturing process created parts compatibility issues — leading to factory-specific designations:

• P14 Mk I W (Winchester)
• P14 Mk I R (Remington)
• P14 Mk I E (Eddystone)

Despite initial production and quality control challenges, the P14 became an important asset for British forces — particularly as a sniper rifle due to its superior accuracy over the standard Short Magazine Lee–Enfield (SMLE).

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Design & Features: Precision Over Firepower​

The P14 was a bolt-action rifle with a 5-round internal magazine fed by stripper clips. It featured a Mauser-style action with British modifications, including:

• A distinctive “dog-leg” bolt handle designed for rapid cycling
• Cocking on closing — a British preference for faster shooting
• Aperture sights with wind-protected "ears" on the receiver
• A long sight radius and fine-adjustment ladder sights
• No magazine cutoff, but optimized for precision fire

The rifle’s large receiver was originally designed to accommodate the experimental .276 Enfield round, which meant that in .303 British configuration, the internal magazine could hold six rounds, though it was typically loaded with five-round chargers.
Although heavier than the SMLE and with a lower rate of fire, the P14 was noted for superior durability and exceptional accuracy, making it a favorite among WWI and WWII snipers.

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Service Life: From the Trenches to the Home Guard​

The Pattern 1914 saw limited front-line service during WWI, primarily in sniper roles or as a second-line rifle. After the war, the design continued to serve in modified forms:

• No.3 Mk I: Its post-1926 British designation
• Weedon Repair Standard (Mk II): WWII refurbishments for Home Guard use
• Sniper variants: Used again in WWII and even the Korean War
• Commonwealth issue: Widely distributed postwar to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and South Africa

Many P14s were sporterized or adapted for civilian use, particularly for target shooting and hunting due to their robust construction and excellent barrel quality.

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A Legacy Continued in the U.S. M1917​

When the U.S. entered WWI, it adopted a modified version of the P14 — rechambered in .30-06 Springfield — as the Model 1917 Enfield (M1917). Produced at the same three factories, the M1917 would eventually outnumber the M1903 Springfield in service and play a major role in U.S. military history.

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Conclusion: A Rifle That Deserved More Recognition​

Often overshadowed by the Lee–Enfield, the Pattern 1914 Enfield remains a remarkable example of wartime innovation and precision engineering. Its design bridged the gap between Mauser strength and British functionality, and its performance in both world wars speaks to its reliability and effectiveness.
Whether in the hands of a British sniper on the Western Front or a Home Guard volunteer during the Blitz, the P14 proved itself to be more than just a stopgap — it was a rifle worthy of respect.




Wat has a P17 and it's a damned fine shooting rifle.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

 

[Rebel5soul]

I just got rid of a P14 action (Remington manufacture). Very well made but I had no use for for an action designed for a rimmed cartridge.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

That's why I like my 17 - it's aught six.


An' shit . . . .

 

[Rebel5soul]

The action I could live with but the bolt would have required extensive work.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

 

[LLCox]

 

[Wat_Tyler]

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Finally, it should go without saying, but avoid using DARVO yourself. If you were a true Dark Triad, I doubt you’d have bothered reading this column. But gaslighting behavior isn’t a binary phenomenon; it comes in shades. Even a well-balanced person can lapse into some pathological interpersonal habits. If you think you may have indulged in some questionable retaliatory behavior, particularly when you felt criticized and defensive, go back to Freyd’s DARVO quiz above and interrogate your own communications, especially those that involved some conflict.

 

[LLCox]

 

[LLCox]

 

[Wat_Tyler]

 

[Wat_Tyler]

He who treads the Path in earnest Sees not the mistakes of the world; If we find fault with others We ourselves are also in the wrong.

~ The Sutra of Hui Neng



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~ Buddha's Little Instruction Book



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~ Saint Augustine



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[Wat_Tyler]

Fuck da poelease!!!


And fear the billy . . . .


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[Lazaran]

nowisthetime said:
Peaking into this thread. Good grief, this thread is a snoozefest. MAGAt boondock dwellers aren’t just full of hate, they’re painfully dull. It’s like a retirement home Boomer cosplay of high school jocks and their dingleberry hanger ons, rambling about gun worship and proudly simping and cucking for a crusty, spray-tanned mobster knockoff in a suit two sizes too baggy. Absolute cringe clown shit



What they said…

 

[HumpDayHoratio]

 

[Wat_Tyler]

That M1 receiver, the stripped one, is calling my name.

 

[RoryN]

Thread before: Threats of violence against Liberals

Thread after: Motorcycle recall notices


#bendtheknee2Rory

 

[HumpDayHoratio]

Thread before: Threats of violence against Liberals

Thread after: Motorcycle recall notices


#bendtheknee2Rory

Like a moth to a flame!

Only 5k more to go! You’re falling behind…move move move!

 

[LLCox]

 

[LLCox]

 

[LLCox]

"I got lost on the way to collage, Sir"

 

[Wat_Tyler]

Beretta M1934 — Icon of Italian Firepower


The Beretta M1934 is a compact semi-automatic pistol developed in Italy and issued to the Royal Italian Army starting in 1934. Chambered for the 9×17mm Corto (.380 ACP) cartridge, it became the standard-issue sidearm for Italian officers, NCOs, and machine gun crews throughout World War II and well into the Cold War era.

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Historical Background​

Beretta, one of the oldest firearm manufacturers in the world, began pistol production in 1915. The M1934 was developed in response to the Italian Army’s admiration for the German Walther PP, aiming to secure domestic military contracts. Accepted into service in 1937, it quickly became Beretta’s most-produced wartime pistol, with over 1 million units manufactured between 1934 and 1991.

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Combat History​

The Beretta M1934 saw service in several major conflicts:

• Second Italo-Abyssinian War
• Spanish Civil War
• World War II
• Tuareg Rebellion (1990–1995)

In addition to Italy, the pistol was also adopted by Romanian military forces during World War II. These Romanian models were marked “9 mm Scurt” and featured different sight configurations based on Russian standards.

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Markings & Collectibility​

Pistols made during the Fascist era include dual date markings: a standard Julian date (Arabic numerals) and a Fascist Era date (Roman numerals), such as XV or XVI for 1937. Military acceptance marks may appear on the frame:

• RE – Regio Esercito (Army)
• RM – Regia Marina (Navy)
• RA – Regia Aeronautica (Air Force)
• PS – Pubblica Sicurezza (Police)

These unique markings enhance the collectibility and historical value of the pistol.

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Infamous Use​

A Beretta M1934, serial number 606824, was the weapon used in the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948. Originally issued during Italy’s invasion of Abyssinia, the pistol passed through British hands before ending up in India.

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Design and Features​

• Action: Blowback
• Weight: 763 g (loaded), 697 g (empty)
• Length: 15.2 cm (6.0 in)
• Barrel Length: 8.9 cm (3.5 in)
• Magazine Capacity: 7 rounds
• Muzzle Velocity: 290 m/s (950 ft/s)
• Effective Range: 40 m (130 ft)
• Sights: Fixed front blade and rear notch

The M1934 is known for its distinctive open-slide design, providing excellent feeding and extraction. It is simple to field strip and maintain, with a long service life when properly cared for.

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Limitations​

While rugged and reliable, the M1934 has several limitations:

• Low magazine capacity (7 rounds)
• Weak cartridge compared to 9mm Parabellum or .45 ACP
• Removing the empty magazine allows the slide to close unless manually held open—slowing reloading

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Legacy​

The Beretta M1934 remains a symbol of Italian military engineering, combining reliability, simplicity, and historical significance. It is a prized piece among collectors of 20th-century firearms.

 

[Wat_Tyler]

 

[Wat_Tyler]

You got rid of them. Yes, that’s just like you. Getting rid of everything unpleasant instead of learning to put up with it. Whether ‘tis better in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows or outrageous fortune, or to take arms against a sea of troubles and by opposing end them...But you don’t do either. Neither suffer nor oppose. You just abolish the slings and arrows. It’s too easy.

~ Aldous Huxley