Videos tagged with Turret Revolver

This video details the unique operation and mechanics of a mid-19th century turret revolver, specifically a Heinrich Genhart design. It highlights the complex system involving a reciprocating barrel for gas sealing and an underhammer mechanism for ignition. The presentation emphasizes the intricate loading process for its custom cartridges and the reasons behind its limited production and eventual obsolescence.

Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries examines the Le Protector palm pistol, a French self-defense design from the late 19th century. He details its unconventional 'squeeze-to-fire' mechanism, lateral cylinder rotation, and small-caliber options (6.35mm and 8mm rimfire). Ferguson also discusses its pocket-watch-like form factor, potential for use as a striking weapon, and the challenges of aiming and stopping power.

This guide details the disassembly and indexing mechanism of the rare Noël Turret Revolver, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers removing the cylinder and understanding the unique hand mechanism that rotates the 10-shot turret. The video emphasizes the historical context and unique priming system of this 19th-century firearm.

This entry details the Genhart Horizontal Turret Rifle, a unique 19th-century firearm discussed by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The rifle's complex horizontal turret mechanism, tube primer ignition, and specialized foil cartridges are explained, highlighting its historical significance and eventual obsolescence due to safety concerns compared to conventional revolvers. The analysis emphasizes its mechanical ingenuity and the historical context of its development and patenting.

This guide details the disassembly and operational mechanics of the rare Porter Turret Rifle, patented in 1851. It covers the unique lever-action, the 9-shot turret cylinder, and its distinctive percussion cap magazine system. The video emphasizes the historical context and the complex internal mechanisms, including the sideways hammer strike and indexing pins. Expert analysis highlights the safety risks associated with turret designs, particularly chain fires.

This guide details the disassembly and internal mechanism of the Protector Palm Pistol, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers removing the side plate and turret cylinder, explaining the double-action turret revolver function, and noting specific features of the Chicago variant like its locking lever. The guide emphasizes safety during disassembly.