Videos tagged with Webley Revolvers

This video explores a diverse collection of firearms found at Royy's Pawn and Gun in Dallas, Texas. The hosts highlight various collectible pieces, including M1 Carbines from different manufacturers, classic Smith & Wesson revolvers like the Model 29, and early Colt pistols leading up to the 1911. They discuss historical context, unique features, and the appeal of these firearms to collectors and enthusiasts.

This documentary provides an in-depth historical and technical analysis of the Webley No.5 Army Express revolver. It details its design evolution, mechanical features, and service history, particularly in colonial South Africa. The video highlights its role as a rugged, albeit mechanically simplified, sidearm suited for its intended environment.

This Q&A session from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide range of firearms topics. Key discussions include the mechanical accuracy of open-bolt firearms, the influence of the French RSC 1917 on the M1 Garand, and the effectiveness of Soviet firearms development despite political systems. The video also delves into design considerations for firearms in extreme environments, the pros and cons of notch versus aperture sights, and the historical dead ends in firearms development like pinfire cartridges and long recoil systems. Additionally, it touches on the reasons behind naval forces' willingness to adopt new technologies, the challenges of designing universal firearms, and the nuances of LMG competition design.

This video explores the motivations behind firearm collecting, distinguishing true collectors from those who simply own many guns. Hosts Steve Ostrem of Brownells Gun Tech and Bobby Tyler of Tyler Gun Works discuss popular collectible firearms like Winchester lever actions, Colt Single Action Armies, Smith & Wessons, Webleys, Mausers, and Lugers. They highlight firearms as tangible investments and a potential source of funds, while also touching on the 'Thrill of the Hunt' experienced by collectors at events like the Tulsa Gun Show. The video encourages viewers to share their own collecting stories.

This documentary provides an in-depth look at the Colt New Service revolver, focusing on its WWI-era British contract variant chambered in .455 Eley. It details the revolver's mechanical evolution from earlier Colt designs, highlights key patents and designers like William Mason and Carl J. Ehbets, and discusses its adoption by Canada and Britain during WWI. The video also covers its post-war surplus market and modifications, offering a comprehensive historical and technical overview from the recognized authority C&Rsenal.