Videos tagged with Union Metallic Cartridge Company

This video delves into the historical development and technical specifications of the .22 Long Rifle (.22LR) cartridge. It details the .22LR's origins, stemming from earlier rimfire designs like the .22 BB Cap and .22 Short, and highlights its evolution by the Union Metallic Cartridge Company. The content covers its physical dimensions, typical bullet weights, velocities, and energy output, along with its effectiveness for various applications including small game hunting and target shooting, while also touching on its controversial use in self-defense scenarios.

This video details the history and technical specifications of the .22 Long Rifle (.22LR) cartridge. It covers its invention by the Union Metallic Cartridge Company in 1884, its lineage from earlier rimfire cartridges like the .22 BB Cap, and its typical ballistic performance. The content also touches upon its effectiveness for small game hunting, its controversial use in self-defense, and its widespread popularity across various shooting disciplines and firearm platforms.

This video delves into the history and significance of the 45 Colt cartridge, also known as 45 Long Colt. Introduced in 1873 as a joint effort between Colt and the Union Metallic Cartridge Company, it was developed for the Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army and served as the official Army handgun cartridge until 1892. Original black powder loads produced around 560 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. Standard modern loads feature a 255-grain bullet exceeding 900 feet per second, with specialty loads available for modern revolvers like the Ruger Blackhawk.