Videos tagged with Cartridge Counter

This review details the rare Model 1902 American Eagle Cartridge Counter Luger, one of only 50 produced for US Army trials in 9mm. It highlights the unique magazine-based cartridge counter mechanism, allowing visual confirmation of remaining rounds. Original models are valued at $100,000-$150,000, leading to modern Mauser reproductions retailing around $4,000.

This video showcases a Savage Model 1899 rifle, manufactured in 1919 and chambered in .303 Savage. A notable feature highlighted is the side-mounted cartridge counter, which indicates the remaining rounds in the magazine. The speaker acquired this classic firearm for $500, emphasizing its historical significance and mechanical uniqueness.

This review details the rare Powell Cartridge Counter Luger, one of the first 9mm Lugers tested by the US military in 1904-1905. It highlights the innovative but ultimately unsuccessful cartridge counter grip designed by Graham Powell, featuring a celluloid window and specialized magazine. Despite the 9mm caliber advancement, US trials favored .45 ACP, leading to the M1911 adoption.

This review details the rare Alkar Cartridge Counter pistol, a .25 ACP vest pocket pistol produced by Alkartasuna SA. It highlights the unique mechanical cartridge counter visible through grip windows and an unusual grip safety that requires manual resetting. The pistol's history is tied to former Astra employees and its production period around 1919-1920.