Videos tagged with 44 Henry Rimfire

This video explores the 'interim period' of the Old West (roughly 1860-1880) where older percussion firearms coexisted with newer cartridge-based weapons. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, details how surplus military equipment and older revolvers remained in common use due to cost and familiarity, even after the introduction of more modern firearms like the 1873 Colt Single Action Army. The content highlights practical adaptations, such as modifying holsters and using mixed ammunition types, reflecting the resourcefulness of the era.

This video details the historical development of the American lever-action rifle, focusing on the evolution from early concepts like the Rocket Ball to iconic models like the Henry and Winchester 1873. It highlights key advancements in ammunition and mechanical design, such as the transition to self-contained cartridges and the introduction of side-loading gates and improved safety features. The content emphasizes how these innovations transformed the lever-action rifle into a reliable and effective firearm for both military and civilian use.

This video explores the firearms, gear, and combat realities of the Apache Wars in 1870s Arizona. It highlights the differences between Apache and cavalry equipment and tactics, emphasizing the challenges of marksmanship training with limited ammunition. The content demonstrates historical shooting techniques and discusses the logistical and practical difficulties faced by soldiers and indigenous fighters.

This video explores the firearms and gear used by both US Federal forces and Apache allies during the Indian Wars of the 1870s. It highlights the differences in equipment between cavalry units and Apache warriors, emphasizing the use of surplus Civil War-era firearms and the challenges of supply chains. The content provides a detailed look at historical firearms like the Springfield 1870 and Colt 1871 Open Top, alongside period-appropriate ammunition and accoutrements.

This Q&A session from InRangeTV delves into the practicalities of firearms and ammunition in the Old West. It compares historical ammunition costs to modern equivalents, discusses the prevalence and practicality of various firearms like the Colt Single Action Army and Smith & Wesson top breaks, and explores how people carried their firearms. The discussion also touches on the transition from cap-and-ball to cartridge firearms, the reasons behind rimfire's decline in larger calibers, and the cultural influences on firearm carry methods.