Videos tagged with Falling Block Rifle

This video explores a rare, unreleased Falling Block rifle prototype from Thompson/Center Arms (T/C). It delves into the history of T/C's influential designs and highlights this unique rifle that never made it to market. The content aims to showcase a significant, yet obscure, piece of T/C's product development history.

This review of the 4 Bore rifle by Kentucky Ballistics showcases its immense power and size. The rifle, manufactured by Christian Firearms, fires a 2,150-grain, 1-inch diameter bullet, delivering approximately 200 lbs of felt recoil. Expertly demonstrated, its destructive capability is tested against AR500 steel, cinder blocks, and water jugs, highlighting its status as one of the largest shoulder-fired rifles ever made.

This video showcases the loading and shooting of a .32-40 WCF cartridge in a unique falling block rifle. The rifle features a Fix Falling Block Works action, a Reinhart Fajen stock, and a Douglas barrel, highlighting custom firearm craftsmanship. The content focuses on the practical aspects of handling and firing this specific caliber and rifle configuration.

The British Money-Walker 1868 Trials Rifle featured a unique top-lever falling block action, distinct from contemporary designs. While it performed adequately in speed tests, its failure in the exposure test due to mechanism seizure led to its rejection in favor of the Martini action. The rifle's stock appears to be a repurposed component from an older percussion rifle.

The Nepalese Gahendra rifle, manufactured in Nepal from the 1880s, is a Peabody-style falling block action, not a true Martini. These rifles were entirely hand-made with non-interchangeable parts, producing about four per day. Due to manufacturing inconsistencies and Damascus barrels, shooting is discouraged; if fired, use reduced loads and slug the barrel. A large cache discovered by IMA made these rifles accessible to collectors.

This video delves into the unique falling block rifles designed by Norwegian gunsmith Hans Larsen, a master craftsman and champion marksman. It highlights his patented 180-degree lever-operated action, the evolution of his designs, and the rarity of his creations today. The featured rifle, possibly converted to a shotgun or oval bore, showcases intricate craftsmanship and a precise 1000-meter rear sight.

This video explores five 'working man's antiques' manufactured before 1898, offering historical insights and practical advice. It covers the Martini-Henry, Schmidt-Rubin 1889, Dutch Beaumont, Remington Rolling Block, and Springfield Trapdoor, detailing their unique actions, calibers, and historical significance. The review emphasizes the legal advantages of antique firearms and provides crucial safety warnings regarding ammunition compatibility and specific model vulnerabilities.

The Bullard Large-Frame Sporter, produced from 1886-1891, was a high-quality, expensive lever-action rifle known for its strength and smoothness, often exceeding Winchester's. It featured a unique bottom-loading mechanism and a distinctive automatic dust cover. Despite its quality, high production costs led to the company's demise in 1891.