Videos tagged with Abadie System

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the Swiss 1882 revolver, a 7.5mm double-action/single-action firearm. It highlights unique features like the Abadie loading gate system and the Rudolf Schmidt-designed grip hole. The process requires a tool compatible with a Swiss coin for takedown. Instruction is provided by a specialist in historical military firearms from C&Rsenal.

This review explores the rare W. von Steiger auto-ejecting revolver prototypes developed in Switzerland during the late 19th century. It details the innovative auto-ejection mechanism, design evolution from 9mm to 10.4mm, and practical improvements like case deflection. Despite its speed, the design was ultimately not adopted by the Swiss military in favor of the simpler Abadie system.

This video compares the Swiss Model 1882/29 gate-loading revolver with the Smith & Wesson Military & Police swing-out cylinder model, highlighting the significant speed advantage of the latter in reloading. The presenter, Mike from TFB TV, demonstrates the Abadie system's slower operation compared to modern designs, concluding that gate loaders are inherently less efficient for rapid use.