Videos tagged with Turn-of-the-century firearms

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Pieper Revolving Carbine, a unique gas-seal model produced for a Mexican contract. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, details its external features, proprietary 8mm caliber, and the innovative gas-seal mechanism. The carbine's specific markings and a cautionary example of a failed modification are also highlighted, offering valuable historical and technical insights.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Iver Johnson Safety Automatic revolvers, focusing on the 32 caliber, five-shot, small-frame models. Firearms Curator Lisa Traynor details the inventor Iver Johnson's background, the unique 'safety automatic' mechanism which prevents accidental discharge via a bar ignition system, and the historical context of these revolvers as affordable personal defense tools. The presentation highlights their role in personal protection and even their connection to significant historical events, such as the assassination of President McKinley.

This video explores the viability of using a 120-year-old revolver for self-defense, focusing on a Smith & Wesson Hammerless Safety Revolver in .38 S&W. The instructor emphasizes that while not ideal, such a firearm can be reliable if it's in good condition, locks up tightly, and is used with appropriate, low-power ammunition. He demonstrates its accuracy and discusses potential issues like sighting and parts availability.