Fitz Gerald Special tribute Colt Cobra .38 special for Jake

Published on March 18, 2025
Duration: 3:22

This video details the creation of a tribute FitzGerald Special, a custom revolver based on a Colt Cobra. Key modifications include bobbing the hammer, removing the trigger guard, shortening the barrel, and applying an 11-degree crown. The build highlights the historical context of custom firearm requests and modern techniques applied to classic designs.

Quick Summary

The FitzGerald Special is a historically significant custom revolver known for its bobbed hammer and removed trigger guard, designed for rapid deployment. This tribute build on a Colt Cobra incorporates these features along with a shortened barrel and an 11-degree crown for enhanced performance and aesthetics.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to MK3 Firearms
  2. 00:03FitzGerald Special Tribute Pistol
  3. 00:09Henry FitzGerald and Colt History
  4. 00:24FitzGerald Special Design Features
  5. 00:38Historical Context and Safety
  6. 00:52Rarity of Original FitzGerald Specials
  7. 01:04FitzGerald's Work on Other Models
  8. 01:14Building the Tribute Clone: Colt Cobra Base
  9. 01:20Colt Cobra vs. Police Positive Alloys
  10. 01:35Custom Modifications Explained
  11. 01:45Trigger and Barrel Work
  12. 01:58Sights and Receiver Serrations
  13. 02:07Bobbed Hammer Detail
  14. 02:15Action Type: Double Action Only
  15. 02:24Cylinder and Action Smoothness
  16. 02:38Aesthetic and 'Punk Rock' Appeal
  17. 02:45Showroom Display and History
  18. 03:02Tribute Build for Jake (1911 Syndicate)
  19. 03:10Upcoming Review and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a FitzGerald Special revolver?

The FitzGerald Special is a custom revolver design, historically based on Colt Police Positive and New Service models. It's characterized by a bobbed hammer and a removed trigger guard, designed for rapid deployment and concealability.

What modifications were made to create this FitzGerald Special tribute?

This tribute FitzGerald Special, built on a Colt Cobra, features a bobbed hammer, a removed trigger guard, a shortened barrel, a modified ejector, an 11-degree barrel crown, and a custom trigger job for a smoother action.

Why was the trigger guard removed on a FitzGerald Special?

The trigger guard was removed on FitzGerald Specials to allow for faster trigger acquisition and to enable the firearm to be drawn and fired from a pocket without snagging.

What is the difference between original FitzGerald Specials and this tribute build?

Original FitzGerald Specials were typically steel-framed (Police Positive, New Service), while this tribute uses a Colt Cobra with an alloy frame, making it significantly lighter. Both share the iconic bobbed hammer and removed trigger guard.

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