Videos tagged with Henry Thorne

This video details the operation and internal mechanics of a Charles Lancaster 2-barrel pistol, designed by Henry Thorne. It covers the loading and firing sequence for both single and double-action style shots, highlighting the unique indexing mechanism that rotates the firing pin assembly. The presenter also explains the internal lockwork, including the linear hammer and its connection to the firing pins.

This documentary explores the history and mechanics of British Lancaster multi-barrel pistols, focusing on four-barrel and two-barrel configurations. It details their development from Howdah pistols, the innovative oval bore rifling by Charles Lancaster, and the complex internal mechanisms designed by Henry Thorne. The video contrasts these pistols with contemporary revolvers, discusses their limited production, and examines their reception and practical use.

This video showcases a unique and historically significant four-barrelled sporting rifle made by Henry Thorne, successor to Charles Lancaster, in 1885. The rifle features Lancaster's distinctive oval bore design. The video highlights its place in Indian and British colonial history, contrasting it with a single-barrelled Lancaster rifle. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this piece and encourages viewers to subscribe for more content, support their work, and engage with their museum.

This video details a pair of C. Lancaster percussion pocket pistols from circa 1850, highlighting their design, loading mechanism, and historical context. The pistols feature a turn-off barrel system for loading powder and ball, a flip-down trigger, and a percussion firing system. The presentation emphasizes their concealed carry nature and the accessories provided, including a powder flask, bullet mold, and a spanner that doubles as a nipple wrench. The unique casing suggests they may have been intended for a woman, offering a glimpse into historical personal defense.