Videos tagged with Cavalry Trials

This video examines a rare prototype pistol attributed to Albert Cyril, the designer behind Savage pistols. The firearm features a unique one-handed cocking mechanism where squeezing the grip, after depressing a button, automatically retracts the slide and chambers a round. The design appears to be a response to Cavalry trials for automatic pistols that required two-handed operation. The video details its safety, takedown lever, and partial disassembly, highlighting its historical context and innovative features.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, hosted by Ian McCollum, provides an in-depth look at the Colt Model 1907, a crucial prototype in the development of the M1911 pistol. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, details the pistol's design evolution, its participation in demanding US Army trials, and the reasons for its eventual obsolescence despite its significance. The entry highlights the technical specifications, historical context, and the pistol's status as a rare collector's item.