Videos tagged with Evans Repeating Rifle

This video from Brownells showcases the historical Evans Repeating Rifle, a lever-action firearm invented by Dr. Warren Evans. It highlights the rifle's unique 34-round helical tubular magazine, which runs through the buttstock, and its proprietary .44 Evans cartridge. The rifle, produced between 1873 and 1879, was initially aimed at the military but found its niche in the hunting market. The description notes its appearance in films like "Tombstone" and the video game "Red Dead Redemption." The featured example is in near-pristine condition, displaying vivid case-hardening.

This video provides an overview of the Forgotten Weapons channel's mission, focusing on the mechanics and history of unusual firearms. Host Ian McCollum highlights the channel's diverse content, including military and commercial firearms, Q&A sessions, and book reviews, all supported by his extensive personal reference library and access to museum collections. Upcoming projects include content from the H&K Gray Room and Royal Armouries, a new book on French military firearms, and a WWI battlefield tour.

This guide provides an overview of the Evans Repeating Rifle, detailing its unique helical magazine system, operational mechanics, and distinct model variations. It highlights the differences between the .44 Evans Short and Long cartridges and notes key identifying features like patent markings and dust covers. The information is presented analytically, drawing on expert knowledge of historical firearms.