Videos tagged with 1895

This video delves into the historical context of the folk song 'Stagger Lee,' identifying the real-life figure Lee Shelton, a St. Louis pimp, as the perpetrator of a fatal shooting on Christmas Eve, 1895. The narrative traces Shelton's life, including his imprisonment and eventual death, and how the incident became immortalized in American folk music, often referencing a .44 caliber firearm. The video also briefly showcases a modern Sig Sauer P365 as a visual aid.

This video provides an early look at Aero Precision's prototype lever-action rifle, showcased at SHOT Show 2024. The rifle is based on an 1895 platform and features modernizations like an adjustable stock with adjustable comb height, M-LOK handguards for accessories, and a full-length top rail. It will be available in .45-70 Government and .30-30 Winchester, with threaded barrels from the factory. Aero Precision aims to offer an accessible, feature-rich lever gun, with the furniture also potentially available as a standalone upgrade for existing lever-action rifles. Production is slated for next year, with a firm launch price expected.

This video showcases the destructive power of the .45-70 Government cartridge fired from a lever-action rifle, specifically a Marlin 1895, against a pumpkin. Hickok45 demonstrates effective shooting techniques and emphasizes firearm safety during the range day activity. The demonstration highlights the significant impact and smoke produced by this powerful caliber.

This video showcases the Davidson's Winchester Model 1895 Texas Ranger's Edition as part of the #SundayGunday series. It offers a close-up look at this specific firearm, highlighting its features and potentially its historical significance given the "Texas Ranger's Edition" designation. The content focuses on presenting the rifle to an audience interested in firearms, particularly classic or special edition models.

This video showcases a sporterized Swedish m/1894 Carbine, manufactured in 1895 by Mauser Oberndorf A/N, Germany. The rifle is chambered in 6.5x55 SE. The title indicates a focus on a specific, modified historical firearm with details about its origin and caliber.