Videos tagged with Cartridge Conversion

This video explores the Colt Thuer cartridge conversion, a workaround developed by Colt to circumvent the Rollin White patent which had granted Smith & Wesson exclusive rights to manufacture modern breach-loading cartridge revolvers. The Thuer conversion, while loading from the front, ingeniously utilized center-fire cartridges to avoid patent infringement, showcasing a fascinating piece of firearm innovation history.

This video explores the Pryse-Cashmore revolver, a Victorian-era firearm often misidentified as the 'Daw' revolver due to its prominent retailer. Jonathan Ferguson details its design, which blends British and American influences, its various calibers and sizes, and its innovative double-action mechanism. The discussion also covers its cartridge conversion, potential design flaws, and historical marketing efforts, highlighting its place in firearms evolution.

This video details the Miller cartridge conversion, a post-Civil War effort to adapt percussion muskets to metallic cartridges. Primarily using the Parker Snow Model 1861, the conversion featured a unique breech block with a self-retracting extractor and used the original hammer to fire a pin. Despite ~2,000 units produced, military testing revealed gas leakage and misfires, leading to its rejection for general service, though some saw limited militia use and surplus sales.

This video, despite lacking a detailed description, focuses on the practice of "pinching percussion caps." The title explicitly states a negative recommendation for this technique, suggesting it will likely delve into why this method is inadvisable. The content will probably cover potential safety issues, firearm malfunction risks, or proper ammunition handling procedures related to percussion caps. Expect explanations and demonstrations of why not to pinch percussion caps.

This review of the Cimarron 1860 Richards Conversion Type 2, based on the Colt 1860 Army, highlights its transition from percussion to cartridge firing with a loading gate. Expert shooter Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy and effectiveness with .45 Colt ammunition on various targets, praising its historical fidelity and handling.

Brandon Herrera explains that black powder cap-and-ball revolvers are legally classified as antique firearms, exempt from many federal regulations due to their use of loose powder and separate projectiles, unlike modern firearms that use fixed ammunition. He demonstrates the loading process with loose black powder, lead balls, and percussion caps, highlighting that these firearms can often be purchased without background checks. The video also touches on the possibility of cartridge conversions, advising caution regarding frame materials and potential legal gray areas.

This expert-level entry details the Desert Tech SRS A2 Covert bullpup precision bolt-action rifle. It highlights the rifle's compact design, quick-change cartridge system, and ergonomic considerations. The review includes live-fire performance data at 100, 200, and 300 yards, demonstrating impressive accuracy. Instruction from a firearms expert is provided on field stripping and reassembly.

This YouTube video demonstrates the process of forming 300 Blackout brass. The creator utilizes a jig purchased from Etsy to convert Lake City 5.56 ammunition into the desired 300 Blackout caliber. The video focuses on the practical application of reloading and cartridge conversion for rifle ammunition.

This video details a rare Confederate Gillam & Miller musket transformed into a Remington Rolling Block breechloader. The conversion involved sleeving the barrel from .577 caliber to .52, likely for the .52 Spencer rimfire cartridge. Distinctive brass furniture, including a riveted nose cap, confirms its Gillam & Miller origin, suggesting a post-war civilian adaptation.

The Remington Revolving Rifle, introduced in 1865, leveraged existing revolver tooling to create a firearm targeting hunters. While innovative in its use of repurposed parts and later cartridge conversion, it ultimately failed commercially. Its design suffered from issues like cylinder gap flash and was overshadowed by superior lever-action rifles like the Winchester.

This guide details the unique ejection and reloading process for the Colt 1860 Army Thuer Conversion, a rare front-loading cartridge revolver. Experts from Brownells demonstrate how to use the selector lever for ejection and how the firearm itself, with a specialized tool, serves as the reloading apparatus. The video highlights the historical context of this conversion, designed to circumvent patent restrictions.

This video details a reproduction Colt 1851 Navy revolver converted to fire .38 Special wadcutters, mimicking historical blacksmith conversions. It covers the mechanical modifications, ammunition compatibility, and practical use, including manual ejection and safe carrying practices. The conversion proved effective in competition, highlighting the continued viability of single-action revolvers.