Videos tagged with Metallic Cartridge Conversion

This module delves into the Colt New Model Army 'Model 1860' revolver, focusing on its later, un-fluted round cylinder variant. It details the complex government relations, Civil War contracts, and critical design evolution driven by technical failures like bursting cylinders. The segment also covers pricing disputes, the impact of the 1864 armory fire, and the weapon's significant post-war service, highlighting its status as a primary Union sidearm.

This video celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Colt Single Action Army (SAA) with expert insights from Hickok45. It covers the firearm's historical evolution, from its transition to metallic cartridges and adoption by the US Army, through its three generations and various models like the Artillery and Gunfighter. The discussion also touches on shooting techniques with both black powder and smokeless rounds, historical pricing, and ergonomic advantages.

This guide details the loading and operation of the Venditti Repeating Pistol, an Italian copy of the Volcanic. It covers the specific steps for loading the magazine tube via the muzzle cap and the single-action operation initiated by the lever. The information is presented with expert historical context, highlighting the evolution of Venditti's designs and their mechanical comparisons to the original Volcanic pistol.

This video delves into the Mauser-Norris Prototype, the earliest known Mauser rifle, detailing its origins and technical innovations. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons highlights its development by the Mauser brothers, its basis on the French Chassepot rifle, and its unique bolt mechanism. The provenance of the rifle, including its time in the Liège Arms Museum and its connection to Samuel Norris and the formation of FN, is also explored.