Videos tagged with Safety Notches

This expert guide from Dustin of Guns of the West details the safety pins and notches found on Colt-style and Remington-style cap and ball revolvers. It explains how these mechanisms function to lock the hammer between chambers but highlights their limitations, particularly the exposure of adjacent nipples. The speaker advises awareness of these vulnerabilities, suggesting practices like loading five rounds for enhanced safety, especially when carrying.

This guide details a firearm demonstration focused on the mechanics of a Single Action Army revolver, specifically addressing claims made by Alec Baldwin regarding an incident on the 'Rust' movie set. Expert analysis from USCCA's Director of Content, Kevin Michalowski, explains how safety notches and the hammer's full-cock position require a deliberate trigger pull for discharge, refuting the idea of accidental firing without trigger manipulation. The demonstration emphasizes safe handling procedures and the internal workings of the firearm.

This expert guide details the safe operation and unique safety features of the North American Arms Pug .22 Magnum mini-revolver, as demonstrated by firearms instructor Sootch. It covers the firearm's history, design evolution, practical accuracy, and essential safety protocols, including the critical hammer-to-safety-notch carry method. The review highlights its suitability as a deep concealment or backup firearm.