This video explores the history and evolution of bottom-feed, bottom-eject pump-action shotguns, starting from the Remington Model 10 in 1908. It highlights how this design, which offers ambidextrous operation and better protection from debris, has been adapted and refined through iconic models like the Ithaca Model 37 and modern firearms such as the Kel-Tec KSG. The presenter emphasizes the enduring appeal and practical advantages of this time-tested mechanism.
This video details the process of replacing a damaged stock on a Remington Model 17 20 gauge shotgun with a new Boyd's hardwood stock. The presenter covers cleaning and rebluing the metal components, fitting the new stock which required minor adjustments, and securing it using a stud and nut system. The final result is a functional and aesthetically pleasing restoration of the classic shotgun.
This video features a project gun, a neglected Remington Model 17 20 gauge shotgun. The presenter highlights its historical significance, noting it as the basis for the Ithaca Model 37. The focus appears to be on the restoration or examination of this older firearm.
This review of the Ithaca 37 pump-action shotgun highlights its enduring design, originally patented by John Browning in 1915 and first produced by Remington as the Model 17. The speaker, an experienced firearm enthusiast, details its unique bottom ejection and feeding system, which contributes to its reliability and resistance to debris. The review also covers its practical features like an easy takedown for transport and its suitability for hunting due to its balance and ruggedness. The speaker shares personal experience with a restored Ithaca 37, emphasizing its consistent performance in various conditions.
This episode of American Rifleman Television delves into the history of Remington shotguns, highlighting their evolution from early hammer guns to the influential John Moses Browning-designed autoloaders. It contrasts Remington's early side-by-side models with the later success of pump-action designs, particularly the Winchester Model 12, and discusses Remington's efforts to compete in the repeating shotgun market.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Remington Model 17 pump-action shotgun, highlighting its historical significance as the precursor to modern pump-action designs like the Remington 870 and Mossberg 500. It details unique features such as its hammerless design, interrupted thread system for easy takedown without losing parts, and its aesthetic appeal. The discussion also touches upon its manufacturing quality, available configurations, and current collector value.
This video delves into the innovative designs of John Pedersen, a highly regarded but often overlooked American firearms designer. It covers his work with Remington, including iconic models like the Model 12, Model 14, and the unique Model 51 pistol, as well as his experimental military projects like the Pedersen Device and Pedersen Rifle. The expert analysis highlights Pedersen's mechanical ingenuity and his impact on firearms development, particularly his contributions to pump-action shotguns and delayed blowback mechanisms.
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