Videos tagged with Progressive Twist Rifling

This video explores progressive or gain twist rifling, where the rate of rotation changes from breech to muzzle. Historically used in firearms like the Carcano 1891 and early Colt revolvers, its primary benefit is reducing initial bullet stress to prevent jacket separation. While some claim accuracy improvements, historical competition data is mixed. Modern applications include the S&W 460 XVR.

This Q&A with Faxon Firearms delves into advanced barrel manufacturing techniques, comparing Nitride and Chrome lining for corrosion resistance and accuracy. It explores different rifling methods like button rifling and cold hammer forging, and discusses material choices such as stainless vs. carbon steel. The discussion also covers the importance of stress relief for thin barrel profiles and the benefits of Nitride treatments for lubricity and wear.