Videos tagged with Colt New Navy

This video details a common timing issue in Colt New Army revolvers, highlighting the unique scalloped cylinder stops and the role of the hand and gate in achieving proper alignment. The instructor explains how to diagnose and address back-travel or inconsistent cylinder lock-up, often stemming from issues with the hand spring or the hand's engagement with the cylinder stops.

This guide details the mechanical overview of the Colt New Army/New Navy revolver, focusing on its internal components and action cycles. It highlights the dual flat springs, hand spring, Felton safety, and cylinder stops. The information is presented with a high degree of historical rigor, as expected from a primary resource for historical small arms data.