Videos tagged with Antique Weapon

This YouTube video focuses on a 200-year-old naval ship cannon, questioning if it is a 45-pounder. The title and description highlight keywords related to historical ordnance, naval history, and military artifacts. While not a modern firearm, the content directly appeals to enthusiasts interested in historical weaponry and military technology. The video likely explores the cannon's origin, specifications, and historical significance.

This video provides an in-depth look at an 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber, manufactured by Ames in 1857. The presenter, a known firearms enthusiast, details its historical context, including its use in the Mexican-American War and Civil War, and its predecessor models. He highlights its robust construction, emphasizing its weight and blade thickness, which earned it the 'heavy cavalry' designation. The video also includes practical demonstrations of its cutting and thrusting capabilities on various targets.

This video explores an unusual weapon identified as Greener's Humane Cattle Killer. The title expresses surprise and intrigue about the nature of the device. The description confirms the identity of the weapon and also promotes the creator's Patreon, podcast "Flak & Fubar," and Twitter account for exclusive content and engagement.

This video focuses on a historical sword that was present during Napoleon's final defeat. It features Sam Andrews of Andrews Custom Leather, suggesting a discussion that may touch upon historical weaponry and possibly custom leatherwork related to historical items or modern firearms. The description includes various calls to action for supporting the channel through subscriptions, donations, and shopping via affiliate links, including a link to Blackout Coffee.

This video provides a demonstration of a World War II era mortar, showcasing its operation using a 2 3/4 inch shotgun shell as a propellant. The description highlights the limitations of this method, explaining that a live mortar shell would achieve significantly greater distances, over a mile and a half, and are rocket-propelled, negating the need for a shotgun shell. The video suggests that using a longer 3 1/2 inch shotgun shell or packing more powder would increase the projectile's range. The demonstration is presented as a quick overview from a military museum.

This video focuses on the meticulous restoration and preservation of a 19th-century Japanese Yari by conservator Philipa Beesley. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Royal Armouries' conservation techniques, highlighting the care taken to sustain historical artifacts. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, shares insights into its operations, from demonstrations to curator tours, encouraging audience interaction and questions about historical weaponry.