Videos tagged with Thuer Conversion

This guide details the process of converting a Colt 1851 Navy percussion revolver to a cartridge firearm using a Thuer conversion cylinder and ring. The conversion allows for the use of centerfire cartridges by replacing the percussion cylinder with a modified one and adding a conversion ring that incorporates a firing pin. The process involves removing the barrel and wedge, swapping cylinders, and reassembling the firearm, offering a reversible modification to modernize a classic black powder revolver.

This guide details the unique reloading and ejection process for the Colt 1860 Army Thuer Conversion, as explained by experts from Brownells. It covers the operation of the selector lever for ejection and the specialized tool used for reloading the tapered cartridges. The video highlights the historical context and mechanical ingenuity of this rare firearm modification.