Videos tagged with Model 100

This video explores the rare Century Model 100 and 500 revolvers, chambered in .45-70 and .50-70 respectively. These firearms are essentially scaled-up Colt Single Action Army mechanisms, originally conceived in 1973 by Earl Keller and Gene Phelps. The Model 100 features a bronze frame and weighs around 6 pounds, while the Model 500, nicknamed 'The Mother Load,' boasts a solid cylinder and custom finishes. Production was limited, with estimates around 3,000 units across various iterations.

This video features Jerry Miculek reviewing the massive Century Arms Model 100 single-action revolver chambered in .45-70 Government. He highlights its rarity, with only 3,000-3,500 produced, and its impressive power, comparing it to historical cartridges. Tests demonstrate its significant penetration and manageable recoil due to its weight, showcasing various .45-70 loads from 300 to 500 grains.