Videos tagged with 1851 Adams

This guide details the complex process of converting a percussion Adams revolver to a cartridge-firing firearm, a common practice in the late 19th century. The conversion involves replacing key components like the cylinder and hammer, and significantly modifying the frame to accept cartridges and an ejector rod. The Royal Armouries' Jonathan Ferguson explains these intricate steps, highlighting the craftsmanship involved in transforming these historical pieces.