Videos tagged with Hartford Connecticut

This video details the establishment of early American arsenals following the Revolutionary War. It highlights Henry Knox's proposal for an organized artillery core and a robust ordnance supply system, which was endorsed by Congress. Key locations like Hartford, Connecticut, and Carisle, Pennsylvania, were designated for these vital military facilities, with Washington himself directing Knox to establish operations in Hartford.

This video discusses the effectiveness of armed citizens patrolling their neighborhoods in Hartford, Connecticut, as a response to rising crime. It highlights the 'Self-Defense Brigade,' a group of legal, permitted gun owners who have organized patrols. The content contrasts the group's perceived success in reducing crime with the mayor's anti-gun stance and the city's struggles with law enforcement staffing and soft-on-crime policies.

This video discusses the controversial formation of an armed neighborhood patrol in Hartford, Connecticut, initiated by Bishop Dexter Burke. It highlights the debate between community self-defense advocates and gun control groups, exploring arguments about crime reduction, trauma, and the role of armed citizens. The piece touches on the legal standing of such patrols and the political implications of citizen-led safety initiatives.

The video discusses community-led armed patrols in Hartford, Connecticut, initiated by residents and a local church in response to crime. It highlights the involvement of State Rep. Craig Fishbein, a firearms trainer, who provided legal guidance on carrying firearms. The segment also critiques political reactions to these initiatives and contrasts them with the security measures at events like the Oscars.

This video discusses the emergence of armed citizen patrols in Hartford, Connecticut, as a response to perceived failures in law enforcement and the impact of strict gun control laws. It highlights community members taking proactive measures to protect their neighborhoods, citing the Second Amendment as a right to self-defense when official systems are seen as inadequate. The discussion also touches upon the legal complexities and potential risks associated with such citizen actions in a state with 'duty to retreat' laws.

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 review of the U.S. Firearms Colt SAA Clone, presented by hickok45, highlights its exceptional craftsmanship, rivaling original Colt Single Action Armies. The video details the Turnbull color case hardening, the quality of El Paso Saddlery gear, and the historical context of USFA's manufacturing in Hartford, Connecticut. hickok45 demonstrates the firearm's accuracy and discusses the company's unfortunate closure due to high production costs.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly process for the Colt Model 1903 Pocket Model pistol. It covers removing the slide, barrel, and recoil spring assembly, and then reassembling the firearm. The video highlights key features like the exposed hammer, lack of grip safety, and specific dimensions.

This video provides a historical overview and technical examination of the Colt Bisley Model revolver, a target variant of the Single Action Army. It highlights key design differences, such as the lower spur hammer, altered grip shape, and specific dimensions, while also detailing its production years and basic operation for cleaning and loading.