Videos tagged with WWI Firearm Shortage

This video by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries details the Spanish-made revolvers adopted by Britain during WWI as the 'Old Pattern' (OP) revolver to address a critical shortage. These revolvers, primarily copies of the Smith & Wesson top-break design, were procured from three Spanish manufacturers: Garate Compañía, Trocaola Aranzabal, and Obeyar. The video highlights the differences in grip shape and markings between these manufacturers, the significance of the 'sealed pattern' system for quality control, and the reasons for their adoption, including the need for a .455 caliber sidearm compatible with existing ammunition stocks.