Videos tagged with Toolroom Prototype

This video examines a rare toolroom prototype of the Smith & Wesson No.3 revolver, based on an 1873 patent. Unlike standard top-break models, this prototype features a unique side-pivoting barrel mechanism and a gear-driven extractor. While intended to simplify manufacturing and cost, its complex operation ultimately prevented it from reaching production.

This entry details a rare 'toolroom in the white' prototype of the Walther Olympia pistol chambered in .32 ACP, developed for intermediate caliber competitive shooting. Expert Ian McCollum highlights its heavier steel slide compared to the .22 LR version, modified PP magazine, and unique tool marks. The pistol's development was likely halted by WWII, leaving it a unique piece of Walther's history.

This video explores two unidentified slide action prototype rifles, one crude and one refined, both lacking manufacturer markings. The refined model features a unique split elevator and a rearward magazine, while the prototype has a forward magazine and a different feeding mechanism. Both showcase complex internal linkages for the slide action and rotating bolt.