Videos tagged with Colt Burgess

This video details the troubleshooting and repair process for a Colt Burgess firearm experiencing ejection, feeding, and carrier drop issues. The instructor identifies specific problems, including an incorrectly installed spring, a rusted ejector, and a missing component, and explains the steps taken to resolve them, referencing a spare parts drawing for the missing piece. The repairs result in improved cycling and functionality of the firearm.

This guide details the meticulous disassembly and restoration of a rare Colt/Burgess Light Carbine, emphasizing historical preservation techniques. Mark Novak, an expert gunsmith and historian, demonstrates advanced methods like rust conversion and localized heat application for stubborn screws. The process highlights the unique toggle-link action and potential structural weaknesses of this early lever-action design.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Colt Lightning pump-action rifle, detailing its development as Colt's response to Winchester's market dominance. Instructor Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms historian, explains the mechanical differences between the Medium, Large Frame Express, and Small Frame .22 models, including the unique slam-fire capability. The analysis highlights production figures and market reception compared to Winchester's offerings.