Videos tagged with Colt Model 1878

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 expert guide provides an overview of the Colt Model 1878 side-by-side shotgun, drawing on the detailed knowledge of Larry Potterfield, Founder & President of MidwayUSA. It covers key features such as exposed hammers, double triggers, barrel materials (Damascus and twist steel), stock types, and the unique hammer attachment mechanism. The guide emphasizes identifying these historical firearm characteristics for collectors and enthusiasts.