Ohio Ordnance Works, Inc 1918 Browning Semi-automatic Rifle, 30-06 caliber, 24" Barrel, Black Phosphate, Walnut, 20 Rounds
The Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) model 1918 is one of the most iconic firearms in history. Developed by the legendary John M. Browning, the rifle was designed to meet a military requirement in WWI and instantly from inception exceeded all expectations.. The rifle then was then shipped overseas where it became an instant hit by grounds troops as a very easy-to-use, fast, and hard hitting platform. The BAR's overwhelming effectiveness and unmistaken look easily spread fear on all enemy fronts. Now you can own a piece of history. Literally. The Ohio Ordnance Works 1918A3, World War II, semi-auto version is a one-of-a-kind production and is manufactured with some original WW I and WW II parts. The receiver is constructed of high quality 8629 steel casting and has been carburized and induction heat treated for long life and hard use as you would expect from a BAR. The castings are built from modern state-of-the-art CNC machining and every rifle is fully assembled, test-fired, and re-inspected under direct supervision from the Ohio Ordnance Works master armorer. The entire process, from start-to-finish, is manufactured in Chardon, Ohio deep in the heart of American craftmanship.
Specifications :
- 1918A3, WW II, semi-automatic version
- Springfield .30-06 caliber
- Locked breech, gas operated with three position regulator
- Closed bolt, hammer fired
- Four groove, 1:10 RH Twist 24" barrel
- 8620 Steel casting receiver
- Carburized and induction treated
- Adjustable leaf type rear sight with open U-notch battle sight and peep aperture, 100-1500 yards
- Reverse ramp type front sight blade with protective hood
- 20 Round staggered column, detachable bolt type magazine
- Walnut stock
- Phosphate finish
- Overall length 47.8" with flash hider
- Empty weight 19.4"
Included :
- Two 20 round magazines
- Web Sling
- Bipod
- Carrying Handle
- Flash Hider
- Bolt Hold Open Device
- Cleaning Kit
- Manual
- Field Stripping and Cleaning DVD
- Magnet
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
Properly "Caliber 30 Model of 1906," the 30-06 was developed at Springfield Armory for the 1903 Springfield rifle. The original 1903 cartridge, though very similar, used a round-nosed 220-grain bullet; the 1906 version used a 150-grain spitzer bullet with a slightly shorter case neck and case length of 2.494-inches. The 30-06, in Springfield, 1917 Enfield, and M1 Garand rifles, remained America's service cartridge through the Korean War. It was the most powerful cartridge ever adopted by a major military, and over time became America's most popular hunting cartridge. Today there are many good choices, but the 30-06 remains extremely popular throughout the world, suited for most North American big game and equally effective for African plains game. The most common standard loads today feature: 150-grain bullet at 2910 feet per second; 165-grain bullet at 2800 fps; and 180-grain bullet at 2700 fps. Choices in both rifles and ammunition are almost limitless.
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Craig Boddington
