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Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: firing from the rests, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: firing from the rests, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: firing from the rests, 1862. At the Royal Laboratory practice-range of Woolwich Arsenal number of gunmakers of celebrity were present, either in person or by a representative - namely, Mr. Joseph Whitworth, Mr. John Rigby, Mr. Charles Ingram, Mr. Edward Burdett for Mr. Thomas Turner, Mr. William Terry, and Mr. Alexander Henry...[They] went through a course of firing, commencing over a range of 500 yards, for the purpose of enabling the National Rifle Association to determine the rifle with which the second stage of the Queen's prize shall be competed for on Wimbledon Common this year...The firing was exceedingly good, notwithstanding the severity of the north-easterly wind, which blew across the range and seriously damaged the effect...A delay of about two hours however occurred in the discussion of various matters connected with the mode of firing, and it was complained by other competitors that Mr. Whitworth was acting in contravention to the regulations by making the slightest alteration in the elevation of his rest and it was also alleged that Mr. Whitworth had been allowed more trial shots than other competitors...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This photograph captures the Official Trial of Small-Bore Rifles on Plumstead Marshes in 1862. The image showcases a group of prominent gunmakers, including Joseph Whitworth, John Rigby, Charles Ingram, Edward Burdett for Thomas Turner, William Terry, and Alexander Henry, engaged in a meticulous shooting competition. The trial took place at the Royal Laboratory practice-range of Woolwich Arsenal, with the objective of determining the rifle that would be used for the second stage of the Queen's prize on Wimbledon Common. Despite the challenging north-easterly wind, the firing was exceptional. Notable gunmakers were present either in person or by a representative to assess the performance of their rifles. The trial commenced with a range of 500 yards, and the accuracy and precision of each rifle were put to the test. However, the trial was not without controversy. A delay of approximately two hours ensued due to discussions regarding the mode of firing and allegations that Mr. Whitworth was acting against the regulations by making minor adjustments to his rest. Additionally, it was claimed that Mr. Whitworth had been granted more trial shots than other competitors. Despite these complications, the Official Trial of Small-Bore Rifles on Plumstead Marshes in 1862 stands as a significant moment in the history of competitive shooting, showcasing the dedication and innovation of the gunmakers of the time.
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