Videos tagged with Morse Carbine

This guide details the operation and barrel-swapping procedure for the Morse / Muzzy Sporting Carbine, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers opening the top-lever action, the dual extractor mechanism, and the simple process of unscrewing and replacing barrels. The video highlights the advanced design for its time, including interchangeable carbine, rifle, and shotgun barrel options, and the adjustable rear sight. It also touches upon the historical context of its development and commercial failure due to ammunition costs.

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 video provides an in-depth look at the Confederate Morse Carbine, focusing on its advanced centerfire metallic cartridge design for its era. It details the carbine's history, production challenges faced by the Confederacy, and its mechanical operation, highlighting its innovative features and limitations. The expert analysis emphasizes the carbine's significance as a precursor to modern cartridge firearms.