Videos tagged with Colt Thunderer

This video delves into the history and technical aspects of the Colt Model 1877 series of revolvers, commonly known as the Colt Lightning. It highlights their development as Colt's response to European double-action revolvers and discusses their market reception, design flaws, and variations. The presentation emphasizes the intricate and often unreliable mechanism, particularly the trigger springs, which led to frequent breakage and relegated the guns to single-action use.

This YouTube video focuses on the 1877 Colt "Thunderer" DA Revolver. As a specific historical firearm, the content likely explores its design, historical significance, and possibly its performance or handling characteristics. Viewers can expect insights into this classic double-action revolver from Colt, a renowned manufacturer.

This episode of the Guns Magazine Podcast features an interview with Joel Cander of Rock Island Auction Company, discussing upcoming auctions and notable firearms. Key highlights include the "Marshfield Find," a near-mint condition Winchester Model 1886 in its original crate, and historical pieces like a Louis XIII presentation wheel lock and Pat Garrett's gold-plated Colt Thunderer. The discussion also covers the auction process, firearm valuation, and the importance of provenance in collecting.

This video from Brownells explores the Colt 1877 Double-Action Revolver, a significant firearm in Colt's history as their first foray into double-action designs. While popular and carried by notable figures, the presenters highlight its internal fragility and difficulty in repair, making it more of a collector's item than a practical shooter today. The video showcases two examples, the 'Thunderer' in .41 caliber and the 'Lightning' in .38 Long Colt, noting their compact size and historical appeal.