Why wasn't 45 Colt used in original Leverguns?

This video explores the firearms one might have carried in 1878, proposing a 'battery' of a handgun, rifle, and shotgun. Expert instructor Hickok45 details the Smith & Wesson Schofield revolver, the Iron Frame Henry rifle, and the ubiquitous 12-gauge double-barrel coach gun, providing historical context and live-fire demonstrations. The discussion highlights how wealth and location influenced firearm access during that era.

Johnny Q revisits his first rifle purchase, a Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport (Sport 1) bought from Academy Sports. While it holds personal significance, he notes it's a budget-friendly entry-level AR-15, estimating its current value between $300-$400. He made minor modifications like changing the castle nut and adding a foregrip but otherwise kept it stock.

The Colt Model 601, an early AR-15 variant predating the XM16, featured distinct design elements like a triangular charging handle and green fiberglass furniture. It had standard Safe, Semi, and Auto selector settings and lacked a brass deflector or forward assist. The chrome-plated bolt carrier was non-serrated, reflecting its early production phase between Armalite and Colt.

Long-range rifle sights, like those on the Gras Rifle, were primarily designed for company-level volley fire against formations at 1,000 meters, not individual sniping. They also served for area denial and indirect fire, particularly with early machine guns capable of reaching 3,500 meters, to interdict enemy movement by creating a threat of random fire. This historical context highlights a different approach to long-range engagement than modern marksmanship.

This video shows Yoki Sturrup walking outdoors with a scoped rifle. The setting appears to be an outdoor range with potential targets visible in the background. No specific firearm handling techniques or instructional content are presented.

This YouTube video, titled 'How Much Distance Does Money Buy? (Long Range Rifles)', focuses on the capabilities of long-range rifles. The description emphasizes that the content is for documentary and educational purposes only, filmed in a safe and controlled environment. It also includes information for channel support and fan mail.

This video demonstrates the critical failure of a Bulgarian Arsenal SLR104 AK-74 variant when subjected to a mud test. Despite its platform's reputation, the rifle experienced immediate failures to go into battery, eject, and feed due to mud ingress. Repeated attempts to clear the weapon revealed significant friction and a complete mechanical stoppage, highlighting potential reliability issues under extreme conditions.

This video details the anatomy and historical use of 1700s grenades, focusing on their components like the external fuse and internal charge. It demonstrates the ignition process using a slow match and highlights the safety precautions necessary when handling replicas. The content also briefly showcases the hand mortar as an alternative deployment method for these early explosive devices.

This video provides a detailed instructional guide on applying a Gaza-style tourniquet, emphasizing proper technique for effective hemorrhage control. It highlights the importance of initial strap tightening before using the windlass for occlusion and securing it properly. The content also touches upon patient comfort and potential challenges during application.

This video details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver. It covers the unique disassembly required, including removing the barrel wedge and the barrel itself. The process involves setting the cylinder to half-cock, charging each chamber with 20 grains of powder and a lead ball, and using a specialized arbor tool to seat the projectile before capping and reassembly.