Videos tagged with 1890s

This video features a detailed look at an August Pollman "Standard" Banjo from the late 1800s to early 1900s. The presenter discusses the instrument's history, mentioning August Pollman as an instrument dealer active in New York City and the manufacturing connection to John Buckbee's factory. The description also includes numerous links for supporting the creator on platforms like Patreon and SubscribeStar, as well as for accessing tablature, courses, merchandise, music streaming, and donations. Hashtags cover the creator's name, banjo heritage, banjo, bluegrass, and Americana music.

This video showcases a fine antique S.S. Stewart "Universal Favorite" banjo, model No. 3, manufactured circa 1896 in Philadelphia. The description provides historical context about S.S. Stewart banjos, noting their production period and the decline in quality after the owner's death in 1898. It also highlights that this specific banjo bears serial number 17243. The creator, Clifton Hicks, also promotes his Banjo Heritage online course, Patreon, SubscribeStar, Bandcamp music, Banjo Heritage merch, Spotify and iTunes music streaming, and donation links via PayPal and Venmo.

This video showcases a beautifully preserved A.C. Fairbanks "Companion Style C" banjo from the 1890s. The description highlights its lightweight construction, original components like the head, celluloid tuners, and tailpiece, and its setup with nylon strings and an antique European maple bridge. It also notes the presence of faux ebony on the peghead overlay and heel cap, contrasting with what appears to be true ebony on the fingerboard. The video is presented by Clifton Hicks, who uses it as an opportunity to promote his Patreon, music on Bandcamp, merchandise, and streaming platforms, offering various ways for viewers to support his work.

This video showcases a rare Fairbanks "Curtis Electric" banjo from the 1890s. The description highlights its circa 1895 vintage and mentions its "knock-off 'Electric' tone ring." The content primarily focuses on this antique musical instrument, with links provided for the creator's music on Bandcamp, Spotify, and iTunes, as well as payment options via Venmo and PayPal.

The Colt New Army Model 1892, specifically a Model 1901 variant in .38 Long Colt, marked a significant shift to double-action swing-out cylinder revolvers for the US military. Despite its historical importance, the .38 Long Colt caliber proved inadequate in stopping power during the Philippine-American War, leading to a return to .45 caliber. The video highlights the mechanical nuances of vintage Colts and emphasizes safe ammunition practices.

This video focuses on an antique S.S. Stewart "Universal Favorite" No. 1 banjo from the 1890s. The content primarily showcases the instrument, its historical significance, and its aesthetic appeal. It is presented by Clifton Hicks, who also provides links to his music on Bandcamp, Spotify, and iTunes, as well as his Venmo and PayPal for support. The video is aimed at enthusiasts of vintage musical instruments, specifically banjos.

This video showcases a fine antique fretless banjo from the late 19th century (1870-1890). It provides links to the creator's Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, and PayPal for those interested in supporting their work or exploring their music. The content is focused on historical musical instruments.

This video features Clifton Hicks demonstrating and discussing the S.C. Thompson (Cole) Banjo from the 1890s. The demonstration covers various playing styles including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, thumb lead, and stroke techniques. The description also delves into the historical context of the instrument, touching upon its roots in traditional Southern Appalachian mountain music, early minstrel shows, and its connections to Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, and indigenous North American music traditions. The video aims to explore the history, anthropology, folklore, research, and musicology surrounding this vintage banjo.

This video showcases a rare flush-fret Lyon & Healy banjo from the 1880s-1890s. The creator, Clifton Hicks, provides links to his Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal, indicating his work as a musician and artist. The content focuses on a vintage musical instrument and does not appear to involve firearms.

This YouTube video, titled "1890s Mystery Banjo," explores an intriguing vintage instrument. The description highlights its unique features, noting it's an 1890s six-string guitar banjo neck that was factory-drilled for five strings. The creator, Clifton Hicks, describes it as a "great old-time banjo" and provides links to their Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal for further engagement and support. The content appears to be focused on antique musical instruments rather than firearms.

This video showcases a cased pair of 1890s duelling pistols designed to fire wax bullets. Johnathan Ferguson, Curator of Firearms, explains their unique purpose for mock duels, where participants wore protective masks and coats. The description also provides links to the Royal Armouries' online collection and their website, blog, Facebook, and Twitter for further information about this and other artifacts.