Videos tagged with Fitz Special

This video details the modifications that define a 'Fitz Special' revolver, a custom firearm designed for concealed carry by J. Henry Fitzgerald. Key modifications include shortening the barrel and ejector rod, cutting the trigger guard, reshaping the hammer for single-action use, and rounding the butt of the grip. The presenters demonstrate these modifications on examples like a Colt Cobra and a Colt 1917, discussing the historical context and practical applications of these custom features.

This video details the Fitz Special, a custom modification of a 1920 Colt Police Positive revolver. The key modifications include cutting out the front of the trigger guard for easier access and bobbing the hammer for double-action-only operation. The presenter highlights these changes enhance usability for close-range and one-handed shooting, while also offering a safety benefit against finger injury if the gun is grabbed.

This video details a James Bond-themed Back-Up Gun (BUG) match featuring firearms associated with the iconic spy. Expertly presented by Ian McCollum and Tom, the match covers the Fitz Special, Beretta 418, Walther PPK/S, and ASP pistol, offering historical context and practical insights into their use. The hosts provide a wrap-up of scores and personal firearm preferences, demonstrating high authority in firearms history and competitive shooting.

This video details a custom 'Fitz Special' build using a Heritage Roscoe .38 +P revolver as the base. Modifications include removing the front of the trigger guard and installing a bobbed hammer and classic cylinder latch from a Taurus Model 85. The build highlights the Roscoe's all-steel construction and classic aesthetic, suitable for concealed carry.

This video explores the practicality and safety of carrying a Fitz Special, a modified revolver with a cut-away trigger guard. The speaker, an experienced firearms enthusiast, demonstrates that while the heavy double-action trigger pull mitigates some risks, the design demands significant caution, especially during reholstering. He concludes it's not ideal for modern everyday carry.

This video provides an expert overview of a custom Rock Island Armory M206, modified into a 'Filipino Fitz Special.' The presenter, demonstrating high authority, details the historical significance of the Fitz Special, originally designed by John Fitzgerald. Key modifications discussed include a shortened barrel, bobbed hammer, and a significantly altered trigger guard, alongside internal enhancements like polishing and cylinder chamfering. The build is finished with a ceramic-based paint and operates as a double-action-only firearm, with a demonstration of trigger staging for precision.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Colt 'Fitz Special,' a highly customized revolver designed for quick draw and concealed carry. Originally based on Colt's Model 1917, the Fitz Special features a shortened barrel, a cut trigger guard, and a de-spurred hammer. The presenter highlights the historical context of these modifications, often performed by gunsmiths for police detectives and, notably, gangsters during the Prohibition era, earning it the 'gangsta gun' moniker. The example shown is exceptionally rare due to its factory-style engraving and custom grips, suggesting it was a high-end, bespoke piece.

The Colt New Service revolver, produced from 1898 to 1943, is highlighted as a pinnacle of American firearm manufacturing. It was designed for soldiers, outdoorsmen, and police, and served as a replacement for the less effective Colt .38. Key features include the positive lock safety mechanism introduced around 1909. The New Service was adopted by the US Army, Navy, and Marine Corps, with specific modifications like a smaller grip for the Marines. It was manufactured in 11 calibers, with over 356,000 units produced, and saw significant use as the M1917 revolver in World War I. The video also touches on collector interest, particularly in 'Fitz Special' variants.

This guide outlines the key modifications that define the Fitz Special, a historically significant custom revolver concept. Developed by John Henry Fitzgerald, these modifications include a bobbed hammer, shortened barrel, reattached front sight, and a distinctive cut-away trigger guard. The video, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details these changes and their impact on concealability and handling, noting their influence on later designs like the Colt Detective Special.

This expert review from NRApubs, featuring Mark Keefe, provides a comprehensive look at the Colt Detective Special. Keefe, as Editor of American Rifleman, details its historical context, design evolution from the Police Positive Special, and its iconic status in law enforcement and popular culture. The review highlights its mechanical nuances, such as the unique rearward cylinder release, and its place in the snub-nose revolver market, acknowledging competition from Smith & Wesson.