Videos tagged with Nickel Plated Finish

This video provides an in-depth look at the Colt Police Positive Special revolver, introduced in 1907. It highlights the firearm's significance in law enforcement and civilian markets, its innovative hammer block safety mechanism allowing all six chambers to be loaded, and its various finishes and grip options. The discussion also touches upon its place in Colt's double-action revolver lineage and its value to collectors.

This video showcases the Pietta Great Western II revolver in .45 Colt, highlighting its aesthetic appeal with a nickel-plated finish and plastic checkered grips. The presenter demonstrates its historical accuracy with four distinct hammer clicks and engages in live-fire shooting at steel targets from 10-15 yards, discussing sight compensation and personal shooting accuracy.

This video provides an in-depth look at the 2.7mm Kolibri, the smallest centerfire pistol ever produced, originating around 1914. It details its autoloading mechanism, unique design lacking a trigger guard, and surprisingly low ballistics, barely capable of penetrating cardboard. The presentation highlights its historical context, inventor Franz Pfannl's background as a watchmaker, and its design lineage from the Steyr 1908.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare 3rd Pattern Webley-Kaufman revolver, a significant development in British sidearm history. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons details its features, including Michael Kaufman's improved lock work and the iconic stirrup latch, highlighting its role as a privately purchased officer's sidearm in the late 19th century. The analysis covers its construction, markings, and evolutionary significance towards the standard British military Webley.

Larry Potterfield, demonstrating expert knowledge, provides an in-depth look at the Smith & Wesson Model 1905 Military & Police 4th Change. The video covers its historical roots, key construction features like the 'five-screw' design and nickel-plated finish, and demonstrates its latching, loading, and double-action firing mechanisms. This review highlights the enduring legacy of this classic K-frame revolver.