Videos tagged with Cody Firearms Museum

This video explores modern historic firearm reproductions showcased at SHOT Show 2026, featuring insights from firearms historian Ashley Hlebinsky. Key highlights include an authentic French Model 1763 Charleville musket used by Continental forces, a discussion on Smith & Wesson's original lever-action patent predating Winchester, and the modern S&W Model 1854 lever-action rifle. The Winchester Model 98 Signal Cannon, a modern re-release, is also presented.

This video announces a livestream event featuring Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries, discussing the L85A3 (SA80) in Battlefield. The event highlights a collaboration between the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum, showcasing expert knowledge on firearms within a gaming context.

This video serves as a teaser for an upcoming charity livestream event featuring a collaboration between the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum. The event will utilize gameplay from Battlefield 6, with a virtual SCAR-H rifle used to create in-game art. The teaser highlights the competitive nature of the event and its charitable purpose.

This video details an experimental Thompson SMG chambered in .30 Carbine, a prototype submitted for the M1 Carbine trials. Despite resembling a Model 1928, its .30 Carbine chambering and longer magazine set it apart. The design aimed for minimal retooling but failed military requirements due to excessive weight (10-12 lbs unloaded), more than double the target. This specific unit, serial number 1, showcases standard Thompson controls and a proprietary magazine.

This YouTube livestream combines Call of Duty gameplay with a charity fundraising effort for the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum. While not a traditional firearm review or demonstration, the stream features curatorial staff engaging with virtual firearms, highlighting their connection to real-world arms and armor. Viewers are encouraged to support these institutions through SuperChat donations and direct links provided in the description.

This video features firearm curators playing the video game Call of Duty as a lead-up to a charity 3v3 livestream event. The event will pit Team Royal Armouries against Team Cody Firearms Museum, referencing a previous "1v1 on rust m8" challenge. The livestream is scheduled for March 14th, with more details to follow. The channel also provides content related to arms and armour.

This video explores the Burton Breechloading Rifle, a key firearm in the 19th-century British weapon trials that led to the adoption of the Martini-Henry rifle. Featuring firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson, the content delves into the history of James Henry Burton, the technical details of the breech mechanism, and compares different prototypes (No:1 and No:0). The discussion also touches upon the trials criteria and the evolution towards improved bolt-action designs, highlighting Burton's legacy and its connection to the Martini-Henry. Additional resources for further reading and related museums are provided.

This expert-level entry details the CheyTac M200 Intervention, a highly specialized long-range rifle popularized by the Call of Duty franchise. It covers the rifle's unique factory camouflage, its significant weight, and the .408 CheyTac caliber's role as a ballistic intermediary. The entry also highlights the cultural impact of firearms in video games and their increasing relevance in museum collections.

This video features Danny Michael from the Cody Firearms Museum discussing and promoting "Armax," a contemporary arms journal. The description includes links to subscribe to the journal and to a related R.L. Wilson Podcast. The focus is on the journal itself and its content, likely relating to firearms history, design, and culture, as indicated by the museum affiliation.

This entry details the Colt 1851 Navy revolver attributed to Wild Bill Hickok, presented by Rock Island Auction Company. It highlights the compelling evidence supporting its authenticity, including its pairing with another Colt 17 serial numbers apart, its display at the Cody Firearms Museum, and expert opinions. The firearm's historical context, features like ivory grips, and its condition are thoroughly examined, offering insights into its provenance and significance in Old West history.

This YouTube video features Othais interviewing Danny Michael, the Curator of the Cody Firearms Museum. The discussion centers on the relaunch of Armax, a journal dedicated to the study of contemporary firearms. The interview likely explores the significance of the journal, its content, and its role in the firearms community. Links are provided for supporting the content creators and purchasing merchandise.

This video features a conversation with Ashley Hlebinsky, former curator of the Cody Firearms Museum. The discussion covers the intersection of firearms and museums, Hlebinsky's consulting work with institutions like the L.A. Police Museum and the Browning family, the evolving landscape of mainstream museums, and her experience testifying in court cases. The conversation also includes a whiskey comparison between Kyro and Thumb Butte. Ashley can be reached via email and is active on Instagram.