Videos tagged with 31 Caliber

This video provides expert guidance on appropriate black powder charges for various cap and ball revolvers. The instructor, with apparent extensive experience, details specific grain recommendations for .31 caliber pocket revolvers (10-12 grains), .36 caliber belt pistols like the 1861 Navy (17-20 grains), .44 caliber holster pistols with brass frames (20 grains) and steel frames (25-30 grains), and the Colt Walker (.44 caliber, 40 grains recommended over its 60-grain capacity). The benefits of using paper cartridges for efficiency and fun are also highlighted.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Colt 1855 New Model Pocket Pistol, commonly known as the 'Root' model. It details the historical context, design innovations attributed to Elijah King Root, and technical specifications of this percussion revolver. The review covers its compact size, .31 caliber chambering, unique side hammer, and the 'creeping' rack-and-pinion loading lever, while also discussing its place in Colt's product line and its historical significance.

This video provides an unboxing and initial overview of the Pietta reproduction of the Remington 1863 Pocket Model revolver. The presenter, Dustin from Guns of the West, highlights its small size, brass frame, and .31 caliber. He discusses his reasoning for choosing a brass frame for this particular model and compares its dimensions to a Pietta reproduction of the Remington New Model Army.

This guide details the process of creating paper cartridges for 31 caliber pocket revolvers, using a specialized kit. It covers preparing paper, forming tubes, adding powder and projectiles, and securing the assembly. The technique emphasizes using a tapered former and a specific glue for a tight, reliable cartridge.

Dustin from Guns of the West discusses his top three 'worst' cap and ball revolvers, emphasizing that he still likes these firearms. He ranks the Lamat (9-shot, .44 caliber) third due to bulkiness and fragile parts, the Uberti Wells Fargo (.31 caliber) second for being underpowered and requiring cylinder removal for loading, and the Pietta 1851 Navy (.44 caliber, brass frame) first, citing the brass frame's inadequacy for the caliber and its deviation from the original 1851 Navy's specifications.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Colt Pocket Pistol, tracing its evolution from the 'Baby Dragoon' to the Model 1849. It details design changes, manufacturing processes, and its historical significance, particularly during Westward Expansion. The presenter emphasizes its role as a compact, affordable personal defense firearm and discusses its market success and various iterations.