Cartridge Hall of Fame: 38-40 Winchester Ammunition | MidwayUSA

This entry provides a comprehensive overview of the .44-40 Winchester cartridge, drawing on expert insights from Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. It covers the cartridge's history, technical specifications, common firearms it was chambered in, and its modern-day relevance, particularly in cowboy action shooting. The information is presented to educate viewers on this iconic piece of American firearms history.

This video from MidwayUSA's Cartridge Hall of Fame delves into the history and specifications of the 32-20 Winchester cartridge. Presented by Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA, the content highlights its origins, design evolution from black powder to smokeless, and its modern applications in Cowboy Action shooting and plinking. The expert instruction provides a comprehensive overview for enthusiasts.

This entry details the .22 Short cartridge, America's first metallic cartridge, introduced around 1858 with the Smith & Wesson Model 1. Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA's Cartridge Hall of Fame highlights its historical significance, low-power design originally for self-defense revolvers, and its influence on subsequent rimfire cartridges. Modern uses include small game hunting and target practice, cementing its enduring legacy as the oldest cartridge in the Hall of Fame.

This video, titled 'Paper Cartridge Ignition,' focuses on a specific aspect of historical firearm technology: the ignition process using paper cartridges. While the description is currently unavailable, the title strongly suggests a demonstration or explanation of how early firearms were loaded and fired. This content would appeal to historical firearms enthusiasts, reenactors, and those interested in the evolution of firearms technology.

This video, from Line45, features an experienced instructor discussing seven rare and valuable rifles that collectors should hold onto. The instructor highlights the historical significance and investment potential of iconic firearms like the Winchester Model 1873, Springfield M1903, Mauser Gewehr 98, M1 Garand, Lee Enfield, and Steyr Mannlicher M1895, citing auction values and specific collectible features. The content emphasizes that these firearms are not just weapons but significant pieces of history with appreciating value.

This video from hickok45 delves into the nuances of the .38 Special caliber, explaining why its name is a misnomer regarding actual bullet diameter. It highlights the historical evolution from "heel type" bullets to modern designs and compares it to other calibers like .357 Magnum and 9mm, offering insights into cartridge naming conventions and manufacturing changes.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.