Videos tagged with Colt Police Positive

This video focuses on an original Colt Police Positive .38 Revolver. It likely covers the history, design, and potential features of this classic firearm. Given the title and description, viewers can expect a detailed look at a specific model of revolver.

This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" focuses on the Colt Police Positive revolver. It highlights Colt's historical significance in revolver development and the challenges faced from competitors like Smith & Wesson. The Police Positive is presented as an innovative firearm designed to capture the law enforcement market. Despite being overlooked by some collectors, the description emphasizes the exceptional fit, finish, and the renowned "royal Colt blue" of revolvers made in the 1920s and 30s, describing them as works of art. The video encourages viewers to explore more segments of American Rifleman TV and tune into new episodes on the Outdoor Channel.

This video revisits the 1945 FBI Pistol Course, highlighting its revolutionary aspects like drawing and reloading under pressure, while also critiquing its dated techniques and emphasis on long-range shooting. The presenter, Chris Baker, successfully completes the historical course with a 72.8% score using period-correct methods but achieves a significantly higher 92.8% using modern freestyle techniques, demonstrating the evolution of shooting efficiency.

This video focuses on the Colt Police Positive, specifically a .32 caliber model. Based on the title and description, the content likely covers the history, design, features, and potentially a review or demonstration of this classic firearm. It appeals to collectors, enthusiasts of historical firearms, and those interested in revolvers and their calibers.

This 'From The Vault' episode from Brownells, presented by Steve Ostrem, offers an expert review of the Colt Police Positive revolver. Ostrem highlights its history, starting production in 1907, and its practical design as a handy, lightweight D-frame carry gun. He details its original chamberings in .38 Smith & Wesson or .38 Colt New Police, noting their mild recoil, and contrasts it with the later Police Positive Special, which accommodates the longer .38 Special cartridge. The review emphasizes the revolver's typical Colt quality, hand-fitted construction, tight lock-up, and surprising accuracy, while also pointing out its current market undervaluation. A key feature discussed is the 'positive lock' safety mechanism, a transfer bar system designed to prevent accidental discharge if dropped. Ostrem concludes by recommending the Police Positive as an excellent, often overlooked, carry option.

This video details firearm conservation techniques, focusing on stopping decay without full restoration. It covers identifying and treating rust, using specialized tools like hollow-ground screwdrivers, and the crucial boiling (passivation) process to convert rust. The guide emphasizes preserving original finishes and historical integrity through meticulous methods.

This video focuses on the Colt Police Positive revolver in .32 S&W caliber. The description indicates it's from a pawn shop channel, Beltway Gun & Pawn in Matthews, NC. The creator acknowledges viewer support and discloses the use of affiliate links (Amazon, Avantlink, Campsite) to support the channel, noting that most items are sent for review. The content likely involves an overview or review of the specific firearm.

This YouTube video showcases an old Colt Police Positive Revolver, highlighting its historical significance and association with Al Capone. The creator emphasizes the gun's unique history and hints at upcoming exciting videos. The content focuses on presenting an interesting piece of firearm history and encourages viewers to check out the revolver.