Videos tagged with Remington Rolling Block

The Remington Rolling Block is highlighted as a superior, yet overlooked, single-shot black powder military rifle from the late 19th century. Despite its mechanical excellence and global adoption by nations like Argentina and Denmark, the US Army favored the Trapdoor Springfield. The review covers its simple operation, robust design, and the common .43 Spanish caliber, concluding with a speed test comparing it to contemporary bolt-action rifles.

The French Remington Rolling Block M1915, a US-made rifle for a French contract during WWI, is chambered in 8mm Lebel and features a single-shot rolling block action. Despite being obsolete by 1914, it offers a unique shooting experience with moderate recoil due to its weight and a steep wrist angle. The manual of arms involves cocking the hammer past half-cock to open the breech for loading.

This video showcases the historic Remington Rolling Block rifle in .45-70 Government during a turkey shoot. Hickok45 demonstrates the rifle's effectiveness with black powder loads, highlighting its power and historical significance for hunting large game like bison. The .45-70's ability to penetrate brush is also noted.

Hickok45, a recognized firearms expert, reviews his collection of single-shot rifles, focusing on .45-70 chambered firearms. He meticulously eliminates models based on practicality and shootability, ultimately selecting the Shiloh Sharps 1874 as his sole remaining rifle. The review highlights the historical significance and modern shooting experience of these classic designs.

This review details the rare Papal States Remington Rolling Block rifle, specifically the Mousqueton de Gendarmerie variant. It highlights the firearm's historical context within the Papal military, its procurement through the Nagant brothers, and the unique 'crossed keys' markings. The video also explains the rolling block action, caliber, and its eventual journey to Ethiopia.

This InRange Q&A session covers a wide array of firearms-related topics, from the utility of VR for training and the importance of single-handed manipulation for CCW, to specific firearm comparisons like the FN FAL, Walther CCP, Springfield Trapdoor vs. Remington Rolling Block, and M1 Garand & BAR vs. SKS & RPD. Ammunition effectiveness for AR-15 platforms (55 grain), optic choices (Prism vs. Red Dot/Holographic), and the controversy surrounding the WWSD are discussed. The video also touches on blackpowder firearms, AK-47 equivalents, and historical firearms. Other topics include Brutality match formats, gun rights arguments, and even a question about blackpowder in an AK.

This video details a rare Confederate Gillam & Miller musket transformed into a Remington Rolling Block breechloader. The conversion involved sleeving the barrel from .577 caliber to .52, likely for the .52 Spencer rimfire cartridge. Distinctive brass furniture, including a riveted nose cap, confirms its Gillam & Miller origin, suggesting a post-war civilian adaptation.

This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons covers a diverse range of firearm-related topics. It addresses historical curiosities like automatic rifles in .250 Savage during WWI and the longevity of stripper clips. The discussion also delves into modern military responses to body armor, potential firearm designs like the M1 Carbine in 5.7x28mm, and the historical significance of rotary cannons. Emerging technologies like electronic trigger mechanisms and magnetic locking systems are explored, alongside discussions on underappreciated designers, the effectiveness of old firearms, and the appeal of specific historical models like the Remington Rolling Block and Martini-Henry. The episode also touches on auction anomalies, fictional firearms, and the nuances of military surplus.

This video showcases an original 1880s Remington Rolling Block rifle chambered in .45-70 Government, used for a simulated big game hunt with steel silhouettes. Hickok45 highlights the challenges of shooting black powder, including smoke obstruction and rapid fouling, demonstrating necessary field maintenance. The review emphasizes the rifle's historical significance as a rugged and effective tool for its era, despite being a more affordable option than some contemporaries.

This compilation showcases a diverse array of firearms, from historical bolt-action rifles like the Mosin-Nagant M39 and Arisaka Type 99 to iconic submachine guns such as the Sten Mk II, and modern pistol-caliber carbines like the Beretta CX4 Storm. The video demonstrates proficient handling and operation of each weapon, highlighting their unique characteristics and firing capabilities. The presenter's expertise is evident in the safe and accurate engagement of targets with a wide variety of firearm actions and calibers.

This video offers a detailed book review of "Spanish Rolling Block: The Basque Made Rifles of the Third Carlist War." The book, an English translation, delves into the specific history and production of small arms made in the Basque region of Spain during the 1870s, particularly for locally organized volunteers who couldn't acquire arms from the military. It covers variations in Remington Rolling Block designs, pinfire guns, and Snider conversions, highlighting original documents and photographic evidence of subtle model differences from manufacturers like La Escalduna and La Azpeitiana, alongside military contracts from the Oviedo Arsenal.

This review of an original Remington Rolling Block No. 1 Sporter in .45-70 highlights its historical significance and simple, reliable design. The video demonstrates shooting with black powder loads, showcasing the significant smoke and the rifle's accuracy. It also touches on the global production of the Rolling Block design and its legacy in both military and civilian use.