Videos tagged with Aircrewman

This entry details the Smith & Wesson M13 .38 Special revolver, a lightweight survival weapon issued to US Air Force aircrews. The video highlights its aluminum alloy construction, distinctive 'PROPERTY OF U.S. AIR FORCE' marking, and the critical safety issue of frame cracking that led to the destruction of most units, making surviving examples highly collectible. The expert assessment emphasizes detailed knowledge of historical military firearms and their specific failure points.

This video from Brownells Gun Tech™ Keith Ford delves into the history and features of Colt Cobra and Agent revolvers. It highlights their revolutionary aluminum frames, introduced in 1950, which made them significantly lighter than contemporary models from Colt and Smith & Wesson. The discussion touches upon the Aircrewman revolver and Smith & Wesson's subsequent Airweight response. The video also differentiates the Agent model by its shortened grip frame and mentions their 6-shot cylinders, a feature not found on S&W's J-frames. A redesign in 1971, including a barrel shroud, is noted. Various calibers offered for the Cobra are listed, and its association with notable historical events is promised.