Videos tagged with Trapdoor

The Model 1875 Officer's Pattern is presented as the finest production Trapdoor Springfield, manufactured by Springfield Armory as a high-end sporting rifle. It features quality engraving, a folding hooded front sight, a tang aperture sight, and a sophisticated set trigger mechanism for extremely light pull weight.

This video details the Miller cartridge conversion, a post-Civil War effort to adapt percussion muskets to metallic cartridges. Primarily using the Parker Snow Model 1861, the conversion featured a unique breech block with a self-retracting extractor and used the original hammer to fire a pin. Despite ~2,000 units produced, military testing revealed gas leakage and misfires, leading to its rejection for general service, though some saw limited militia use and surplus sales.

This video focuses on the conservation of an original, unmolested 1873 Springfield "Trapdoor" rifle from the 1876 era, specifically noting the absence of any armory rework. The content is presented as a demonstration of the conservation process rather than a tutorial, with a strong emphasis on viewers not attempting the procedures if they lack the necessary expertise. It highlights the historical significance of the firearm as a "real time capsule."

The .45-70 Government, a 145-year-old cartridge, has experienced a significant revival. Originally designed for the 1873 Springfield Trapdoor rifle, it faced early extraction issues due to copper casings. Despite military obsolescence, it remained a favored hunting round for large game. Modern loadings are categorized by action strength (Trapdoor, Marlin, Ruger) to manage pressure safely. Its effectiveness lies in close-range, heavy impact rather than high velocity.

This video from MidwayUSA, featuring CEO Larry Potterfield, provides an in-depth examination of the Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Saddle Ring Carbine. It explores the history of this iconic firearm, produced by Springfield Armory from 1866 to 1892, and highlights its typical features as a carbine carried by U.S. Cavalry in the late 19th century. The review covers specific elements like the hooded front sight and trapped buttplate, offering a historical perspective on this significant piece of American military arms.