Videos tagged with Pinfire Revolver

This video examines the Sigaud-Barnerias 5mm pinfire knife gun revolver, a unique combination firearm manufactured in the late 19th century. The presenter details its construction, markings, and the manufacturing process involving subcontracting in Liege, Belgium. While acknowledging its impracticality, the video highlights its historical context and the enduring appeal of novelty firearms.

This guide details the operation of the folding blade mechanism on a Dumonthier Pinfire Revolver. Expert instruction covers deploying and retracting the blade, highlighting its unique design and the internal flat spring and ejector system. The video showcases detailed engraving and acknowledges College Hill Arsenal for access to this rare firearm.

This video provides an in-depth tour of Holt's Auctioneers, the UK's largest gun auction house, showcasing a diverse range of firearms from modern to antique. It highlights the auction process, the variety of lots available, and features specific examples like a 150-year-old Purdy, a custom Valmet, a rare .410 Beretta B25, a high-end Boss sidelock, and an Accuracy International sniper rifle. The video also delves into antique pistols, emphasizing their historical context and unique features, and explains the differences between the main auction and the sealed bid auction.

This video explores the unique Dumonthier blade gun, a combination weapon featuring two 50 caliber percussion cap barrels and a dagger blade. Expert Jonathan Ferguson details its intricate design, including the dual cocking mechanisms, folding triggers, and gas relief slots on the hammers. He highlights its robust construction and surprising usability as a combination weapon.

This episode of 'From the Vault' showcases unique concealed firearms from Rock Island Auction Company. It highlights a 5mm pinfire revolver disguised as a cigarette case or coin purse, manufactured around 1877-1878, and a muzzleloading firearm resembling a Faberge egg that uses a percussion cap. The discussion also touches upon cane guns and a larger ring gun, emphasizing the historical ingenuity in discreet firearm design.

This entry details the Lefaucheux pinfire revolver, exploring its historical significance and mechanical intricacies. Expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries guides through various models, from the standard 6-shot to the rare 20-shot and the massive 30-shot double-barrelled variants. The unique pinfire cartridge mechanism and the longevity of pinfire ammunition are highlighted, offering insights into early metallic cartridge firearm development.

This overview, presented by firearms expert Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, delves into the history, mechanics, and evolution of the pinfire revolver system. It highlights the contributions of the Lefaucheux family, the innovative yet flawed cartridge design, and the reasons for its eventual obsolescence in favor of rimfire and centerfire systems. The video showcases a variety of pinfire revolvers, emphasizing their historical significance and collector appeal.

This review details an exceptionally ornate E.L. Malherbe & Cie. 20-shot pinfire revolver, noted for its high-quality decoration and complex mechanical features. The firearm showcases extensive gold inlay and a unique dual-ring cylinder design, allowing for 20 rounds in a relatively compact package. Expert Ian McCollum highlights its rarity as a collector's piece.

This comprehensive book review of 'Systeme Lefaucheux' by Chris C. Curtis, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, delves into the history and significance of pinfire firearms. The book covers a wide range of pinfire arms, from military revolvers to unique variations, and provides invaluable resources for collectors, including detailed information on proof marks and cartridges. It's recommended for enthusiasts of 19th-century firearm development and Civil War history.