Videos tagged with Webley Revolver

This video is a tribute to Phil Schreier, a renowned firearm historian and Senior Curator at the National Firearms Museum. It highlights his extensive career, passion for historical firearms, and contributions to public education through television programs like 'Tales of the Gun' and 'NRA Gun Gurus'. Schreier's dedication to preserving and sharing firearm history is evident throughout the tribute.

Jake and Chris from 1911 Syndicate embark on an ambitious gun hunt in Baghdad, Iraq, seeking rare and unique firearms. They meet with Bafel Talabani, President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, to discuss their wishlist, which includes full-auto AR-15 lowers, rare Glocks, and historical pistols. The expedition uncovers a variety of firearms, from modern accessories to vintage revolvers and Saddam-era pistols, culminating in range testing of their acquisitions back in the US.

This video focuses on the Webley .22 Target Model Mk IV Revolver, a historical firearm. Leveraging information from the title and description, the tags highlight the specific firearm model, its caliber, the manufacturer, and related general firearm categories. It appears to be an informational or review-style video for firearm enthusiasts interested in vintage revolvers.

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides a critical review of the Enfield MkII revolver, detailing its design improvements over the MkI, such as a snag-free sight and simplified machining. He highlights its historical context, including markings for New South Wales and use by colonial forces, while also dissecting its mechanical flaws like cylinder locking issues and the 'bullet jumping' problem. The review concludes by noting its short service life and replacement by the Webley MkI.

This video details the evolution of the Webley 'Kaufmann' Improved Government Model revolver, identifying five distinct patterns. Expert Jonathan Ferguson highlights key changes in the frame latch, cylinder stop mechanism, retailer markings, and rear sight design across these patterns. The discussion emphasizes the progression from early push-button latches to the later stirrup latch and the refinement of safety features, offering valuable insights for firearms collectors and historians.

This video delves into the history and technical aspects of British Enfield revolvers, specifically the Mark I and Mark II models. It highlights their development in the late 19th century as Britain's attempt to standardize sidearms, contrasting them with contemporary Colt and Smith & Wesson designs. The discussion covers their calibers, unique features like the Owen Jones selective ejection system, and their service history, particularly with the Northwest Mounted Police.

This video examines a rare Webley Mk IV revolver with White Star Line markings, offering insights into its historical context and potential service. Expert Jonathan Ferguson details the Webley Mk IV's lineage, its .455 caliber, and the significance of its nickel-plated finish for maritime use. The discussion highlights the revolver's connection to the White Star Line, its likely role as ship's armament for order maintenance, and its potential service on liners like the RMS Olympic, while clarifying it was not on the Titanic.

This review covers the Webley No. 4 "Pryse" revolver, a post-1881 model weighing 2.2 lbs with a 10.6-inch overall length. It fires six rounds of .476 Enfield Mark II ammunition. The review highlights its heavy yet smooth hammer pull, clean trigger, and fast-acquiring sights, noting the nickel plating as particularly well-executed.

The Webley Mark V is a large-frame British revolver weighing 2.25 lbs with an overall length of 9.25 inches. It features a 4-inch barrel and a capacity of six rounds of .455 Webley ammunition. While its balance point is forward and the grip is awkward, it offers heavy yet smooth hammer and trigger pulls, decent sights, and rapid ejection.

This video provides a detailed look at the Webley New Model Royal Irish Constabulary revolver. It covers its weight, overall length, and the specific ammunition it uses, the 450 Adams. The presenter discusses the firearm's handling characteristics, including grip comfort, trigger feel, and sights, as well as its ejection mechanism.

This guide details the operation and shooting of a Webley .38 Smith & Wesson revolver, as demonstrated by expert shooter Jerry Miculek. It covers the top-break mechanism, double/single-action modes, and practical accuracy tests on various targets, highlighting the firearm's historical context and performance with .38 S&W ammunition. Instruction emphasizes the firearm's mechanical features and shooting technique.

This Q&A session from C&Rsenal covers a wide range of firearms topics, from the surprising complexity of repeating shotguns and the Pedersen device to the nuances of Mauser actions and the historical significance of various revolvers. The hosts discuss the engineering challenges behind firearms like the Winchester 97, the evolution of pistol actions, and the aesthetic appeal of different rifle designs. They also touch upon the practicalities of concealed carry, the challenges of historical firearms research, and the enduring legacy of certain firearm designs.