Videos tagged with Pietta Revolver

This video from Guns of the West explores the characteristics of Remington cap and ball revolvers, comparing them favorably to Colt models in several key areas. Instructor Dustin highlights the Remington's enclosed frame for better cap management, its point-of-aim accuracy, and the convenient groove for loading paper cartridges. The video also showcases a Remington revolving carbine and a compact .31 caliber model.

This video focuses on the auditory experience of a Pietta revolver, specifically the sound of it being cocked. It highlights the ASMR aspect of firearm sounds.

This guide details the repair of a broken hand spring in a Pietta 1860 Army black powder revolver. The hand spring is crucial for rotating the cylinder. The process involves disassembly, replacing the spring, and reassembly, with a potential adjustment step involving filing the hand if it over-cocks the cylinder. The presenter emphasizes that replacing the entire hand with an integrated spring is often easier and cheaper than fabricating a new spring.

Dustin Winegar provides a comprehensive guide to the complete disassembly and reassembly of Colt cap and ball revolvers, focusing on the 1851 Navy and highlighting differences with the 1847 Walker. He details the removal of the barrel assembly, cylinder, grips, back strap, and internal action components, emphasizing careful screw handling and spring management. The guide concludes with reassembly instructions, stressing the importance of correct part orientation and function checks.

Dustin Winegar from Guns of the West provides a detailed guide on cleaning black powder firearms, emphasizing that it's less daunting than often perceived. He demonstrates the process on a Pietta 1873 single-action revolver, detailing the use of 'moose milk' (Ballistol and water) for cleaning and straight Ballistol for lubrication and rust prevention. The guide covers cleaning the cylinder, frame, bore, and smaller parts, highlighting the importance of prompt cleaning due to the corrosive nature of black powder residue.