Videos tagged with Side Lock Action

This video provides a detailed review of a Francisco Sarrigarte over/under shotgun, focusing on its design, action, and historical context. The presenter highlights the gun's simple yet robust action, quality wood, and comfortable handling characteristics, despite its basic finish. It delves into the legacy of Francisco Sarrigarte as a respected side-lock builder and the evolution of Spanish shotgun manufacturing.

This review of the Beretta S04 over-under shotgun highlights its status as a fine, handcrafted firearm. The presenter details its side-lock action, revolutionary design elements like stop pins, and the quality of its Grade 5 European wood. The review covers its balance, the semi-beavertail forend, and the semi-stainless steel barrels, noting potential wear points around the headwork. It's presented as a sophisticated and well-balanced sporting gun with a rich history.

This video, part 2 of a 5-part series by Jack Rowe on Brownells, details the advanced disassembly of a side lock firearm action. It covers the removal of the cocking levers, springs, safety mechanism, top lever, spindle, underbolt, and finally the firing pins. The instructor highlights the 'Scott system' as a superior design used by many high-end gunmakers.