Videos tagged with 19th Century Ammunition

This guide details the process of loading a .31 caliber Volcanic Repeater using a custom-made, six-tube pewter loading tool. The demonstration, led by firearms expert Ian McCollum, highlights the unique challenges of handling Volcanic's fragile ammunition and the practical ingenuity of period shooters. It emphasizes the tool's custom nature and its role in facilitating field reloads.

This entry details the rare Volcanic 'Rocket Ball' cartridges, a precursor to modern metallic cartridges. Expert Ian McCollum explains their unique caseless design, internal construction, historical context, and significant value. The information highlights the limitations of early self-contained ammunition and its manufacturing lineage.