Videos tagged with Keen-Walker Carbine

This video recaps the James D. Julia Fall 2017 auction, highlighting significant sales of rare and collectible firearms. Notable items included a Colt Monitor BAR variant for $71,875, a Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank cannon for $18,400, and a Confederate Whitworth Sniper rifle that fetched an impressive $161,000. The auction also featured various machine guns, historical revolvers, and other military arms, showcasing strong market interest in high-condition and historically significant pieces.

This guide details the mechanical operation of the Keen-Walker Carbine, a rare Confederate breech-loader. It covers loading procedures, ignition with percussion caps, and the unique pivoting breech block action. The carbine's limited production and historical context are highlighted, emphasizing its status as a sought-after collector's item. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms.