These stories are lavishly illustrated with top quality photography of key examples from the world’s best collection of these exotic and poorly-understood weapons. One of the fascinating things Jonathan uncovered in his research for Thorneycroft to SA80 were records of actual operational trials of the E.M.2 in the Malaya combat zone. The Retail Standard Edition will also be signed. For the most up-to-date information about the status of our project, check our project updates on Kickstarter! Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020. BROWNING X-BOLT HELL’S CANYON MAX L-R 6.5 PRC %29 Off. We will now be able to include a significant section detailing these trials and what happened to the rifles involved in them. This is the end-of-the-Kickstarter livestream for Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020. 74 Views Share Embed Download In General. Each chapter describes the weapon's conception, development, trial and intended role. 1902 Steam-Powered Thornycroft Bus Thereafter the vehicle building firm and the marine side (later to become Vosper Thornycroft) were separate companies. One copy of the Standard Edition Book with a Kickstarter-exclusive red cover. Announcing: Thorneycroft to SA80 - British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020. Ny bok: Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901-2020. The SA80 is compatible with any STANAG standard magazine. By pledging you agree to Kickstarter's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy. 65,118 Forgotten Weapons %29 Off. This is the end-of-the-Kickstarter livestream for Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020. *** Working from a period example of the very rare original, Headstamp has been able to produce a … John I. Thornycroft & Company Limited, usually known simply as Thornycroft was a British shipbuilding firm founded by John Isaac Thornycroft in Chiswick in 1866. The term ‘485 Weapon System’, so-named for the weapon’s 4.85 mm calibre, was later dropped in favour of ‘Enfield Weapon System’ or EWS, which persisted until at least 1982 but was ultimately also side-lined. Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901 – 2020 is a reference work for all those interested in the history of military firearms. A personalised message (within reason) can be included up. The Retail Standard Edition book is offered in this bundle at the discounted price of $75. - SA80 Carbine (L22A2) & grenade launchers - Several more civilian, prototype, developmental, and other weapons Jonathan is uniquely positioned to write on this subject, with access to the British Royal Armouries archives and arms collections, and he has done … Books are expected to arrive at our fulfillment center on March 20, 2021, and they will begin shipping shortly thereafter. This bundle is intended for the consummate collector. Each copy is numbered and will include the signature of the author, Jonathan Ferguson. We will be adding a section to the book specifically on the .280 / 7mm cartridge used in the E.M. rifle program - so lets get the details from Jonathan! A subreddit for posting and discussion of ForgottenWeapons, InRange TV videos and the subject … Holy cow, we hit this stretch goal quickly! The Collector's Limited Edition will be numbered and include the signature of the author, Jonathan Ferguson. At home in your study or den, Collector's Limited Editions include not only a beautiful presentation case, but also unique additional vellum pages and page edges gilt with gold. In addition to three different copies of the British Bullpups book, this special, highly limited bundle will also include a rare 'Type D' Special Edition copy of Ian McCollum's "Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles, 1866–2016 (see main text for description). The book will include the signature of the author, Jonathan Ferguson. 9 Mk. $175.00 $240.00. Both the extra Retail Standard Edition with blue cover and the extra Kickstarter Standard Edition with red cover will also be signed. Search for: Categories. Item is not expected to ship until February 2021. Credit cards and payment methods will be charged at the time the order is placed. You will also receive access to backer updates, behind-the-scenes video, all applicable stretch goals, and other content. Thorneycroft to SA80 Stretch Goal: E.M.2 Manual Reprint. Still Have Questions? FAQ: Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020. One copy of the Standard Edition Book with a Kickstarter-exclusive red cover. Another stretch goal achieved! Another stretch goal achieved! We’ll send a survey link to the email address you used to … Contact Us! It was called "Provisional Notes", but included all the drills and instructions for use and handling of the rifle, and was fully illustrated. A personalised message (within reason) can be included upon request. – SA80 Carbine (L22A2) & grenade launchers – Several more civilian, prototype, developmental, and other weapons Jonathan is uniquely positioned to write on this subject, with access to the British Royal Armouries archives and arms collections, and he has done substantial original research as part of this book. Our first free online lecture of 2021 takes place tomorrow at 2pm. It was called "Provisional Notes", but included all the drills and instructions for use and handling of the rifle, and was fully illustrated. A best-in-class firearms history book for enthusiasts, collectors, and historians alike. Created by Headstamp Publishing Lost your survey? One copy of the Collector's Limited Edition in its clamshell presentation case PLUS a Retail Standard Edition of the book with a blue cover PLUS an additional Kickstarter Exclusive Standard Edition with red cover. Royal Armouries Thu, January 7, 2021 3:26pm URL: Embed: Agencies and Public Bodies; Royal Armouries; Post navigation. You will also receive access to backer updates, behind-the-scenes video, all applicable stretch goals, and other content. You will also receive access to backer updates, behind-the-scenes video, all applicable stretch goals, and other content. We will now be ab One copy of the Collector's Limited Edition book in a clamshell presentation case. Thorneycroft to SA80 Stretch Goal: The .280 British Cartridge 1. SA80 is of a bullpup configuration. Headstamp Publishing is raising funds for Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020 on Kickstarter! 60.9k members in the ForgottenWeapons community. I; Rifle, 7 mm, X1E1; and Rifle, .30 inch, X2E1, 4.85 mm Enfield Weapon System (Individual Weapon and Machine Gun), SA80 Individual Weapon (L85A1, A2, A3) and Light Support Weapon (L86A1, A2), SA80 Carbine (L22A2) and grenade launchers, Several more civilian, prototype, developmental, and other weapons. 0. I am joined by the author, Jonathan Ferguson, whom we dragged out of bed at 3am England time to celebrate with us! Announcing: Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020 April 12, 2020 Ian McCollum Book review , bullpup , Video 42 Sorry for the poor audio quality – today I am back at the Cody Firearms Museum talking to Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of … 14,622 of July 18, 1901.This bolt-action rifle featured a bullpup action in which the retracted bolt slid back through the stock nearly to the shooter's shoulder, maximising the space available in the body of the firearm. Announcing: Thorneycroft to SA80 - British Bullpup Firearms 1901-2020 . It is fitted with a bayonet lug. His recent publications include the book Mauser “Broomhandle” Pistol’ (2017), a contribution to The Right to Bear Arms: Historical Perspectives and the Debate on the Second Amendment (2018), and the forthcoming Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 – 2020. Over the weekend Headstamp Publishing launched their second book – Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020, written by Jonathan Ferguson of the UK’s Royal Armouries.The new book launched its Kickstarter campaign on the 12th April, it follows Ian McCollum’s book on French military rifles which has recently begun to ship to backers. A personalised message (within reason) can be included upon request. John Isaac Thornycroft, the naval engineer, built his first steam lorry in 1896. 1904 Thornycroft 4 seater bs8239 From 1931, Thornycroft used names for their v… Instead, the name ‘Small Arms of the 1980s’ or ‘SA80’ was adopted and remains in use to this day. It has a simple fire selector with two settings; single and auto. Thorneycroft to SA80 Stretch Goal: E.M.2 Manual Reprint 0. Forgotten Weapons May 9, 2020. Credit cards and payment methods will be charged at the time the order is placed. The Collector's Limited Edition will be numbered and will include the signature of the author, Jonathan Ferguson. The Thorneycroft carbine was one of the earliest bullpup rifles, developed by an English gunsmith in 1901 as patent No. You will also receive access to backer updates, behind-the-scenes video, all applicable stretch goals, and other content. One copy of the Collector's Limited Edition in its clamshell presentation case PLUS a Retail Standard Edition of the book with a blue cover PLUS an additional Kickstarter Exclusive Standard Edition with red cover. Previous Coronavirus update from the First Minister: 7 January 2021. $220.00 $310.00. A best-in-class firearms history book for enthusiasts, collectors, and historians alike. SAVAGE RASCAL ORANGE SYNTHETIC .22 LR %27 Off. "Ex Libris" Bookplate (Thorneycroft to SA80) Bookmark (Chassepot to FAMAS) Bookmark (Thorneycroft to SA80) Join the Kickstarter campaign and preorder your copy of Jonathan’s "Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms 1901 – 2020": Sorry for the poor audio quality – today I am back at the Cody Firearms Museum talking to Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries in the UK. ***, Commercial quality, section sewn style binding which allows the book to lay flat, Full color prints on premium quality paper stock, Foil stamped, blue faux leather hardcover, Includes additional “tipped in” pages with exclusive content, Signed by author, Jonathan Ferguson, on a custom letterpress signature plate, Includes Limited Edition Clamshell Presentation Case, Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020 (Standard Edition), Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020 (Signature Edition), Thorneycroft to SA80: British Bullpup Firearms, 1901–2020 (Collector's Limited Edition). Cool New Thorneycroft Poster and Paypal for the Book Presale. 32,115 Forgotten Weapons %90 Off. Printed on premium quality paper and lavishly illustrated throughout, our 'Standard' Edition is anything but! Both books will include the signature of the author, Jonathan Ferguson. It's a way to bring creative projects to life. This bundle is ideal for the true collector. One copy of the Standard Edition book with a Kickstarter-exclusive red cover + one copy of the Standard Edition book with Retail blue cover.