Videos tagged with Colt 1877

This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" explores the Colt Model 1878 double-action revolver. It contrasts Colt's earlier problematic Model 1877 with the more robust 1878, which addressed some design flaws and was chambered in a variety of popular calibers including .32-20 WCF, .38 Long Colt, .41 Long Colt, .38-40 WCF, .44-40 WCF, .45 Colt, .455 Webley, and .476 Eley. The video also discusses the U.S. Army's adoption of a variant as the Model 1902, its use during the Spanish-American War, and distinctive features like the enlarged trigger guard. Ultimately, the design's reliance on older loading mechanisms contributed to its obsolescence compared to swing-out cylinder revolvers.

This video from Brownells explores the Colt 1877 Double-Action Revolver, a significant firearm in Colt's history as their first foray into double-action designs. While popular and carried by notable figures, the presenters highlight its internal fragility and difficulty in repair, making it more of a collector's item than a practical shooter today. The video showcases two examples, the 'Thunderer' in .41 caliber and the 'Lightning' in .38 Long Colt, noting their compact size and historical appeal.