Videos tagged with Percussion Guns

This video provides an expert-level overview of assessing and appreciating a diverse collection of vintage firearms. It emphasizes understanding craftsmanship, historical context, and the nuances of different gunmaking eras and styles. The presenters highlight the importance of detailed inspection, from engraving quality to mechanical function, and discuss the historical significance and potential value of each piece. The guide covers assessing condition, identifying makers, evaluating craftsmanship, understanding intended use, and considering provenance, offering insights for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

This interview with Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA and a recognized gunsmith and collector, explores his firearm preferences. Potterfield, an industry veteran, discusses his passion for cartridge guns from the Civil War to the present, while also appreciating percussion firearms. He highlights his favorite genres: side-by-side shotguns, single-shot rifles, and bolt-action rifles, emphasizing that the 'one gun' choice is situational, depending on activities like pheasant hunting or IPSC matches where a 1911 would be selected.