[SEL] The McVickerish Engine and video

[Elden DuRand]

Jim:

I'd say the valve operating mechanism of the McVicker engine bears a startling resemblance to the Garrand M1 rifle of WWII fame, among others.

I'm almost certain the sound of an operating McVicker engine is much more pleasing to the ear than the sound of an operating M1.    :-)

Take care - Elden
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> James G.
> Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2010 02:44 PM
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> Elden,
> I looked up the patent to better understand the 
> design. After reading the patent I wonder if 
> McVickers took his inspiration from a gas 
> operated semi-automatic gun. In both cases high 
> pressure gas is used to operate some part of the mechanism
>    Jim K