Videos tagged with Remington Rolling Block Rifle

This video delves into lesser-known firearms of the Wild West, contrasting cinematic portrayals with historical use. It highlights the Colt 1851 Navy, Remington Rolling Block, W.W. Greener Coach Gun, and Remington New Model Army, detailing their calibers, capacities, and historical significance. The expert analysis emphasizes the reliability and specific advantages of these often-overlooked firearms.

This guide details the operation and sighting of the Remington Rolling Block Rifle, a historically significant single-shot firearm. It covers the unique rolling block action for loading and the use of its ladder-style rear sight for long-range accuracy. The instruction emphasizes safe handling throughout the process, reflecting the expertise of the presenter.

This video reviews George Layman's 'The Military Remington Rolling Block Rifle,' a guide for collectors and enthusiasts. The book details identifying various export models, cosmetic features, sights, and purchase records by country. It also touches on historical advertising and shooting considerations for these rifles, noting the existence of a newer edition, 'The Collector's Guide to the Remington Military Rolling Block.'

This guide details the field stripping process for a Remington Rolling Block Rifle, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. It covers the safe removal and reinstallation of key components like the breech block and hammer, emphasizing the importance of keeping pins matched to their parts. Proper maintenance was crucial for historical users like buffalo hunters and figures such as George Armstrong Custer.