Videos tagged with Black Powder Ammunition

This video provides an expert-level overview of the 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle in .45-70 Government, presented by firearms expert Hickok45. It covers the historical context of its development, technical specifications, the .45-70 cartridge, and a comparison between the rifle and carbine variants. The presentation highlights the rifle's historical significance and its place in firearms collecting, offering insights into its operation and performance with both modern and period-appropriate ammunition.

This video from Hickok45 explores the experimental use of black powder cartridges in a modern Glock 21 Gen 4 pistol. While the Glock can cycle these rounds, observations include significant smoke and weak ejection due to lower pressure compared to smokeless powder. The content highlights the firearm's ability to function under unusual conditions, showcasing its reliability and Hickok45's expertise in firearm testing.

This video details the history of the Grafton Vetterli Rifle, focusing on its role in a failed 1905 arms shipment to Finnish rebels. The narrative covers the historical context of unrest against the Russian Tsar, the complex logistics of acquiring and transporting arms from various European nations, and the ultimate fate of the SS Grafton, which ran aground off the coast of Finland. The recovered rifles, though obsolete, represent a significant artifact of pre-independence Finnish history.

This Q&A session with Othais from C&Rsenal and Ian McCollum from Forgotten Weapons delves into various World War I firearms and their development. They discuss the limited production of the Madsen LMG, the impracticality of the Petersen Device, and the controversial nature of trench shotguns. The conversation also touches upon ammunition types, the evolution of rifle grenades, the ad-hoc arming of colonial forces, and the rarity of certain captured or modified firearms. Key themes include the shift towards volume of fire, the challenges of mass production, and the strategic implications of new weapon designs.