The Gun That Assassinated Abraham Lincoln - Deringer

This video tests a Pedersoli Baby Philadelphia Derringer replica, the type used by John Wilkes Booth to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. The test demonstrates the .45 caliber black powder pistol's surprising close-range power, capable of penetrating a beverage can and causing significant fragmentation in a ballistic dummy head. The analysis compares the impact to historical accounts of Lincoln's skull fragments, highlighting the effectiveness of historical firearms.

This segment of American Rifleman Television's "I Have This Old Gun" series delves into the history and development of the original Deringer pocket pistols, designed by Henry Deringer of Philadelphia. The video also explores the later "Derringer" copies that, despite a misspelling, became synonymous with small, concealable handguns. The content emphasizes the historical significance and evolution of these iconic firearms.

This video explores Revolutionary War weaponry featured in Assassin's Creed 3, demonstrating a tomahawk, a cap and ball pistol, and a 3-inch cannon. The host highlights the historical significance of interchangeable parts for mass production and discusses the impressive range of the cannon. Bloopers reveal challenges with the pistol's reliability during filming.

This documentary delves into the history of the British Enfield MkII revolver, exploring its development and significance. It references various historical texts, publications, and resources related to firearms history, particularly focusing on revolvers of the British Services. The video also credits individuals and organizations for their contributions to ammunition data, animations, and expert insights from institutions like the Royal Armouries and Virginia Military Institute.

This YouTube video is a historical documentary focusing on the British Enfield MkI revolver. It delves into the history and technical aspects of this firearm, referencing several historical texts and expert contributions from various historical societies and museums. The video is part of a series by C&Rsenal and encourages viewer support through Patreon and merchandise purchases, also highlighting a related video on the Enfield revolver's failure.

Ashley Hlebinsky from the Cody Firearms Museum presents a rare "Deringer" pocket pistol, delving into the history of these once popular firearms. The video highlights the significance of the "Deringer" name and its distinction from genuine Derringer pistols. The Cody Firearms Museum, a part of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming, is featured, with information provided for in-person and online visits.

This review showcases a remarkably preserved 1917 DWM Artillery Luger, featuring an 8-inch barrel and 98% original finish. The firearm boasts all matching serial numbers, including the magazine and wooden stock, which is fitted with an Imperial proof mark. The set is complete with its original 1917-dated leather holster, cleaning rod, and loading tool, highlighting its collector value.

This video showcases a rare Japanese Baby Nambu pistol, specifically a presentation model gifted by Emperor Hirohito. It details the pistol's historical context, including its limited production of approximately 10,000 units and issuance to Japanese officers. The presentation includes a close-up of the Kanji inscription and a demonstration of the original holster, cleaning rod, spare magazine, and period-correct ammunition.

This video debunks the myth that Luger production ceased in 1942, showcasing examples of Krieghoff-produced Lugers from 1943 and 1944. It details the 'byf' Mauser code and the 'Black Widow' model, noting 1942 as Mauser's final production year before retooling for the P38. The controversial 1945 Krieghoff Lugers are also discussed, with debate surrounding their wartime versus post-war assembly.

This video highlights a rare 'Un-Quality' marked M1 Carbine variant from WWII, a collaboration between Union Switch & Signal and Quality Hardware. With only about 30,000 produced, these carbines are highly sought after by collectors and command a premium price. The speaker humorously contrasts this with a standard Winchester M1 Carbine, discussing the potential collector preference and historical context.