Videos tagged with Black Powder Cartridge

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Belgian Comblain Model 1882 rifle, a single-shot lever-action firearm that served Belgian forces until 1914. It details the rifle's specifications, including its weight and length, and demonstrates the loading and ejection procedures for its 11mm Comblain cartridge. The instruction highlights the rifle's handling characteristics, trigger pull, and sights, offering insights into its historical significance and shooting experience.

This video examines the Sigaud-Barnerias 5mm pinfire knife gun revolver, a unique combination firearm manufactured in the late 19th century. The presenter details its construction, markings, and the manufacturing process involving subcontracting in Liege, Belgium. While acknowledging its impracticality, the video highlights its historical context and the enduring appeal of novelty firearms.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Rifle, focusing on its operation, historical significance, and unique sighting system. The presenter, with extensive experience, demonstrates the loading and firing sequence, highlights the rifle's accuracy potential, and details the advanced tang sight with a Hadley cup and spirit level. The review emphasizes the rifle's craftsmanship and its status as a premium, custom-made firearm.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Mauser Model 1871, famously used in the Howth gun-running incident by the Irish Volunteers. Ian McCollum details the rifle's history, technical specifications, and its role in Irish history, including its use during the Easter Rising. The video also covers the logistical challenges and historical context of the event.

This review of the Dutch 1873 Officer's Model revolver highlights its scaled-down design for officers, weighing 2.1 lbs with a 9.5-inch overall length. It uses six rounds of 9.4 Dutch black powder cartridges. The review notes a heavy, uneven trigger pull and higher-than-expected recoil due to a high bore axis, but acknowledges improvements in arbor retention compared to previous models.

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 documentary delves into the history and technical specifications of the Swedish Model 1887 and Norwegian Model 1893 Nagant revolvers. It details their development, adoption, mechanical features, and service life, highlighting the shared heritage and eventual divergence of these Scandinavian firearms. The video also touches upon ammunition variations and the revolvers' eventual replacement by semi-automatic pistols.

This video provides an in-depth historical and technical examination of the Dutch 1873 revolver, covering its development, design evolution, and variations. It details the Mariette lockwork, the unique 9.4mm cartridge, and the reasoning behind design choices like the lack of an ejector. The presenter highlights the differences between the Old Model, New Model, and Officer's Model, offering insights into their production and service life.

This video features hickok45 demonstrating the Shiloh Sharps 1874 Montana Rough Rider rifle in .45-70 Government. He provides insights into its falling block action, historical context as a 'buffalo gun,' and its accuracy at long range with iron sights. The discussion also touches upon firearm ownership complexities, ammunition shortages, and commentary on internet culture.

This video details the Belgian Comblain Mousqueton Modele 1871/83 carbine, a single-shot, breech-loading firearm chambered in 11mm black powder. It explores its historical context, technical specifications, and operational nuances, including its use by Belgian troops and its role during WWI. The discussion highlights the carbine's construction, its specific cartridge, and the operational challenges and features of its action, trigger, and safety mechanisms.

This guide details the disassembly and reloading process for the engraved Tranter .577 Revolver (Model 1868), as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers removing the cylinder axis pin, separating the unique two-part cylinder system, and reassembly. The video highlights the solid-frame design and the specific reloading method required for this historical firearm.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio's After Show delves into the personal connections people have with firearms, particularly their first guns and family heirlooms. Guests share nostalgic stories about childhood rifles, the emotional significance of passing down firearms, and the importance of preserving these memories. The discussion also touches on firearm maintenance, the challenges of gifting firearms, and the broader cultural and historical context of gun ownership in America.