Videos tagged with Colt New Service

This video details the restoration and firing of a Colt New Service revolver, originally a WWII British Lend-Lease .455 that was expertly converted to .45 Colt by Bill Laughridge of Cylinder & Slide. The restoration involved re-reaming chambers and assembling from parts. The demonstration showcases the revolver's accuracy at 15 yards with Black Hills cowboy loads, highlighting the value of 'old world craftsmanship'.

This video showcases a Smith & Wesson .455 Mark II revolver during a range day. It details the manual loading process for the 6-round cylinder and demonstrates POV firing in single-action mode. The shooter exhibits proficient handling, safe muzzle discipline, and accurate shooting at a steel target, followed by proper unloading and clearing of spent casings.

Hickok45 provides an expert review of three .45 Colt revolvers: the Colt Single Action Army, the Colt New Service, and the Smith & Wesson Model 25-5. He highlights the historical significance of the Colt SAA, the evolution to double-action with the New Service, and the modern capabilities of the S&W Model 25-5, particularly with advanced ammunition. The review emphasizes the strengths and appeal of each firearm, concluding that the S&W Model 25-5 offers a compelling blend of modern features and classic caliber.

This video explores three iconic firearms from 1908: the Browning A5 shotgun, the Winchester 1894 rifle in .30-30, and the Colt New Service revolver in .45 Colt. Hickok45 highlights their historical significance, enduring design, and performance. He demonstrates their functionality, emphasizing that these were top-tier firearms for their era and remain highly capable today, showcasing a deep appreciation for classic firearm engineering.

This video, Chapter 2 of the Colt New Service 1912 series, showcases the presenter's museum-level Colt New Service revolver chambered in .45 Colt. The footage is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, emphasizing firearms safety and responsible gun ownership, filmed on a private range by trained professionals. The presenter encourages viewers to check out their other YouTube channels for clips and discussion content, and to support sponsoring partners.

This video from CandRsenal explores a selection of revolvers from the Great War, highlighting both exemplary and disappointing examples. It delves into various models, offering insights into their design, performance, and historical context. The description provides links to specific revolver reviews featured in the video, as well as support options for the channel and featured sponsors like Ballistol USA.

Hickok45 showcases a 1912 Colt New Service revolver in .45 Colt, highlighting its historical significance and classic design. The demonstration includes loading the 6-round capacity revolver and firing it at steel targets and bowling pins, showcasing its accuracy and power. The video emphasizes safe handling and responsible gun ownership.

This video segment focuses on the British Contracted Colt New Service revolver. It is presented as a part of a larger "Primer" episode, with links provided for viewers to support the creators via Patreon and SubscribeStar, or to purchase merchandise. The content appears to be educational and historical in nature, delving into a specific firearm model with potential contractual context.

This video explores a hypothetical three-gun battery for a citizen in 1948, featuring a Colt New Service .45 revolver, an Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer 12 Gauge shotgun, and a Mauser Gewehr 98 8mm rifle. Hickok45 provides historical context for 1948 and reviews each firearm's features, historical significance, and range performance, concluding on their viability for defense and sport.

This video showcases a 1912 Colt New Service Revolver in .45 Colt, highlighting its excellent original condition and craftsmanship. Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy at various distances, discusses its historical context, variants, and caliber options, and praises its robust build quality and smooth double-action performance.

This review of the Colt New Service revolver, specifically a Royal Northwest Mounted Police (RNWMP) issue in .45 Colt, highlights its historical significance and practical performance. The video details the transition from .455 Eley to .45 Colt for the RNWMP in 1919, emphasizing the superiority of the latter. It also touches on the common characteristics of police trade-in firearms, noting their potential cosmetic wear but reliable mechanical condition.

This documentary delves into the history and development of the Colt New Service revolvers, specifically the Model 1909 and Model 1917, adopted by the US military. It highlights the critical need for a .45 caliber sidearm, driven by experiences in the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars, and the subsequent adoption of these revolvers to fill shortages during WWI. The video details their technical specifications, production numbers, and post-war service.