Allen & Wheelock Revolver

Published on March 23, 2024
Duration: 0:48

This guide details the unique loading mechanism and cylinder removal process for the Allen & Wheelock Centerfire Revolver, as demonstrated by Tim from College Hill Arsenal. It highlights the 'creeping loading lever' with gear teeth and the arbor-based cylinder removal. The video also points out the internal screw-in firing cones, an early design feature that can be challenging to maintain with black powder fouling.

Quick Summary

The Allen & Wheelock Centerfire Revolver features a unique 'creeping loading lever' with gear teeth for seating cartridges and a removable arbor for cylinder access. Its internal screw-in firing cones are an early design element that requires careful maintenance, especially with black powder fouling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:13Loading Mechanism Demonstration
  3. 00:28Cylinder Removal Procedure
  4. 00:34Firing Cone Feature

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the loading lever work on the Allen & Wheelock Centerfire Revolver?

The Allen & Wheelock Centerfire Revolver uses a 'creeping loading lever.' Pulling the latch below the trigger guard deploys the lever, which features gear teeth that engage a ram. This mechanism precisely seats cartridges into the cylinder.

What is unique about the cylinder removal on the Allen & Wheelock revolver?

Cylinder removal on the Allen & Wheelock revolver is facilitated by a removable arbor. A lever is pushed, allowing the arbor to be withdrawn, which then permits the cylinder to be taken out for cleaning or inspection.

What are the 'firing cones' mentioned for the Allen & Wheelock revolver?

The 'firing cones' are an early design feature where the firing pin mechanism is screwed in from the inside of the cylinder chambers. This design, while innovative for its time, can be difficult to maintain due to black powder fouling.

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