NFM - Seven shots. All at once. The devastating Nock Volley Gun.

Published on October 8, 2010
Duration: 7:31

This video explores the Nock Volley Gun, a unique seven-barreled firearm developed for the Royal Navy. It highlights its historical use for repelling boarders and its appearance in films like 'The Alamo' (1960), 'Sharpe's Rifles', and 'Master and Commander'. The discussion emphasizes its devastating single-shot capability and the logistical challenges of its multi-barrel reloading.

Quick Summary

The Nock Volley Gun is a unique seven-barreled firearm designed for the Royal Navy, capable of firing all barrels simultaneously from a single ignition. It served as a devastating one-shot weapon for repelling boarders and has been featured in films like 'The Alamo' (1960). Reloading is a complex process, requiring individual attention to each of its seven barrels.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction at National Firearms Museum
  2. 00:06Ruger Gallery and Hollywood Guns Exhibit
  3. 00:43Introducing the Nock Volley Gun
  4. 00:50Seven Barrels, One Ignition
  5. 01:00The Volley Gun Concept
  6. 01:16Royal Navy Application
  7. 01:35Designed by London Gunsmith
  8. 01:39One-Shot Wonders
  9. 02:00Recoil and Brass Plate
  10. 02:11Antique in Hollywood Guns Exhibit
  11. 02:23Featured in 'The Alamo' (1960)
  12. 02:43Appearances in 'Sharpe's Rifles'
  13. 03:00In 'Master and Commander'
  14. 03:15Shotgun on Steroids Analogy
  15. 03:31Reloading Challenges
  16. 04:08Weight and Portability
  17. 04:23Impressive Firearm
  18. 04:39Range of Firearms in Films
  19. 05:00Exhibit Popularity: Movies and Guns
  20. 06:11Visiting the Exhibit
  21. 06:16National Firearms Museum Details
  22. 06:48New Feature: NFM On The Road

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Nock Volley Gun?

A Nock Volley Gun is a unique firearm featuring seven barrels tied together, designed to fire all at once from a single ignition source. It was developed for the Royal Navy to effectively clear decks and repel boarders with a single, devastating volley.

What was the primary purpose of the Nock Volley Gun?

The Nock Volley Gun was primarily intended for naval use by the Royal Navy. Its main purpose was to provide a powerful, single-shot capability to clear decks of enemy personnel during boarding actions or to repel attackers.

In which films has the Nock Volley Gun appeared?

The Nock Volley Gun, particularly an antique example, was featured in the 1960 film 'The Alamo'. It has also made appearances in the BBC miniseries 'Sharpe's Rifles' and the film 'Master and Commander'.

What are the challenges of operating a Nock Volley Gun?

Operating a Nock Volley Gun presents significant challenges, especially regarding reloading. Each of the seven barrels must be reloaded individually, making it a time-consuming process during combat. The firearm is also heavy, weighing around 15 lbs, and is known for its substantial recoil.

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