This video explores the history of trigger-based safety mechanisms, demonstrating that the technology is not a new invention by Glock. By examining an Iver Johnson firearm from the turn of the century, the presenter shows a similar trigger safety lever design that predates modern firearms by over 100 years. This highlights how contemporary firearm designs often build upon or reintroduce concepts from earlier eras.
The trigger-based safety lever, often associated with modern firearms like Glock, is not a new invention. An Iver Johnson firearm from the turn of the 20th century, over 120 years ago, featured a similar mechanism where a lever on the trigger had to be depressed to allow the trigger to be pulled.
This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.
This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.
This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.
