Videos tagged with NRA Museum

This video explores the Pedersen Device, a fascinating but ultimately unrealized World War I firearm modification. Designed by John Pedersen, it aimed to transform the Springfield 1903 rifle into a rapid-firing, box-magazine-fed submachine gun firing pistol-caliber ammunition. The war's end prevented its widespread adoption, leaving only a few examples, including one housed at the National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, VA. The video highlights this unique piece of firearms history and encourages viewers to visit the museum.

This YouTube video showcases a historically significant firearm once owned by Hermann Goring and later presented to General Pershing after World War II. The description encourages viewers to visit the NRA's National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, VA, to discover thousands more historically important guns, highlighting that admission is free. It also promotes joining the NRA as the world's oldest civil rights group.

This video showcases a matchlock firearm from the early colonial period, highlighting it as an example of the first arms used by settlers. It emphasizes that this historical piece, along with thousands of others, is on display at the National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, VA. The description also provides links to learn more about the museum and the National Rifle Association's programs.

This video offers a quick tour of the NRA National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, Virginia. It highlights a variety of firearms, including Princess Diana's shotgun and guns featured in iconic films like Pulp Fiction, No Country for Old Men, Dirty Harry, Scarface, and Jaws. The description emphasizes that the museum is free to enter and recommends it as a worthwhile visit for those in the Washington D.C. area interested in firearms history.

This video from American Rifleman TV explores the iconic Remington Model 95 Double Derringer. Introduced after the Civil War and chambered in .41 Rimfire, this two-shot pistol was a popular choice for personal defense in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The video highlights its historical significance, often referred to as the 'Elliot Pistol' or 'Double Derringer,' and its association with the cowboy and Old West era, featuring insights from NRA Museum Director Phil Schreier.

This video features NRA Director Ronnie Barrett, the designer of the Barrett M107 .50-cal. sniper rifle and founder of Barrett Firearms. He discusses the NRA's 150-year history of supporting the right to keep and bear arms, encompassing training, competition, and political action. Barrett emphasizes the critical importance of viewer support to ensure the NRA's continued success in defending the Second Amendment. The video serves as an appeal for donations and highlights the organization's role in gun rights advocacy.

This review explores the 'Magnum 4', a unique one-of-one Colt 1911 Combat Commander, originally owned and carried by Tom Selleck. The video details its history, provenance through the NRA Museum and Rock Island Auction, and its connection to the 'Magnum P.I.' series. Despite its collector status, the firearm is range-tested, confirming its functionality and reliability.

This video features Logan Metesh of High Caliber History presenting at the Arsenals of History symposium. The presentation, held at the Cody Firearms Museum, focuses on the theme of social media and its impact on firearms museums. Metesh discusses visitor and staff demographics, exploring how today's collectors obtain information and how this influences their interest in historical firearms institutions. The event also touched upon the renovation of the Cody Firearms Museum.

This behind-the-scenes video from American Rifleman TV explores the filming of an "I Have This Old Gun" segment. The focus is on antique trap guns and alarm guns, featuring insights from the ARTV crew and the NRA Museum staff. The video offers a glimpse into the production process and the historical context of these unique firearms.

This episode of The Gun Collective Podcast, titled "The Thumbnail is a Lie Edition," features hosts Adam and Jon discussing current events, new product releases, and other firearm-related topics. The episode references articles covering gun control agendas, the launch of a Super PAC by Parkland parents, a Crimson Trace recall due to FDA regulations, Franklin Armory's acquisition of Osprey Defense, a public stance against a demand by David Hogg, the NRA Museum receiving a rare CIA Deer Gun, a Springfield XD incident, a Sig Sauer Thin Blue Line P320, a Wilson Combat Rob Haught Remington 870, a civilian AA-12, and an Apex kit for SDVE pistols. The video also includes various affiliate links for purchasing gear and supporting the channel.

This video features an interview with Brian Weaver, the brother of NYPD Officer Walter Weaver, who tragically lost his life during the 9/11 attacks. Brian discusses his brother's revolver, which is now proudly displayed at the NRA's National Firearms Museum. The segment highlights a piece of history connected to a first responder and the enduring legacy of those affected by the events of September 11, 2001.

This video offers a comprehensive tour of the NRA Museum, presented as a tribute. It highlights the museum as a "must watch" destination for firearm enthusiasts. A promotional link is provided for an NRA membership discount.