Videos tagged with Edward Maynard

This "American Rifleman Television" segment explores the U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine, a firearm introduced in the 1850s to modernize U.S. military arms. Designed to function as both a pistol and a carbine, the 1855 ultimately fell short of expectations due to its unwieldy size as a pistol and lack of effectiveness as a carbine compared to contemporary designs like the Sharps. The video also highlights the innovative Maynard tape priming system, noting its susceptibility to environmental conditions. Despite its flaws, the 1855 Pistol Carbine saw limited issue during the Civil War due to arms shortages.

This video demonstrates the loading and firing procedure for the Civil War Maynard Carbine. It highlights the unique brass cartridges, the breech-loading mechanism, and the use of percussion caps for ignition. The demonstration showcases safe handling and operation of this historical firearm.