Videos tagged with Percussion Firearm

This video details the operation and loading of a unique 12-gauge percussion underhammer takedown shotgun, likely from the mid-19th century. Mark Novak of Anvil Gunsmithing explains its construction, including the twist steel barrel and underhammer mechanism, and demonstrates how to load it with black powder, wads, and shot. The video highlights its lightweight design and potential for use as a 'walking gun' or even a derringer-like handgun.

This entry details the Lindsay "Young American" Martial Two-Shot Pistol, a unique firearm from the 19th century. Expert firearms historian Ian McCollum provides an in-depth look at its superposed load percussion action, selective trigger mechanism, and historical context. The pistol's design, intended for rapid follow-up shots, is analyzed for its historical significance and inherent safety considerations.

This guide details the operation of the rare M.J. Whitmore 4-Barrel Swivel-Breech Rifle, a unique percussion muzzleloader. Expert Ian McCollum explains its swivel mechanism, dual triggers, and innovative central ramrod storage. The video highlights the historical context and mechanical intricacies of this 19th-century firearm, emphasizing its rarity due to weight and balance issues.

This guide details the operation of the M1846 Postførerverge's unique firing mechanism. It covers cocking the integrated hammers and the function of the folding trigger, emphasizing the simultaneous or individual firing capability of the double-barrel percussion system. A critical safety warning highlights the lack of a safety mechanism, making accidental discharge a significant risk.