Minute of Mae: Austro-Hungarian Gasser 1870

This guide details the disassembly and loading process for the 1858 Allen & Wheelock Side Hammer revolver, as demonstrated by a firearms enthusiast. It covers cylinder removal, manual loading with .22 Short cartridges, and reassembly, emphasizing proper handling of antique firearms and the use of appropriate ammunition. The presenter's expertise in antique firearm mechanics is evident throughout the demonstration.

This guide details a tool-less field stripping method for the Italian Bodeo 1889 revolver, emphasizing the use of a 'secret tool' to manage the main spring. It covers cylinder removal for cleaning and the reassembly process, highlighting the ease of maintenance for this firearm.

This guide details the installation of Slick Shot stainless steel nipples on a Pietta 1860 black powder revolver. The upgrade aims to improve reliability by preventing cap fragments from jamming the cylinder and potentially enhancing ignition consistency due to a larger internal passage. The process involves unscrewing old nipples and installing the new ones, with a specific note on using Remington #10 caps.

This video provides an in-depth, expert-level guide to the disassembly and reassembly of the rare Webley-Fosbery semi-automatic revolver. The instructor, demonstrating advanced gunsmithing skills, meticulously breaks down the firearm, explaining the function of unique components like the sliding cylinder and the safety mechanism. He highlights the challenges of working with its complex spring system and the importance of careful handling to avoid damage or injury, offering practical solutions for common issues like worn or missing parts.

This guide details the operation of a rare Four-Barrel Mule Ear Custom Rifle from the 1850s, as presented by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers the unique 'mule ear' hammer system, barrel configuration, and safety features, providing a step-by-step approach to understanding its function. The information is presented with high authority due to McCollum's expertise in historical firearms.

This video provides a detailed guide on how to remove a stuck wedge from Colt-style cap and ball revolvers. Instructor Dustin emphasizes using a non-metallic mallet and specific tapping techniques, including angled blows and leveraging the loading lever, to overcome stubborn wedges. He notes that this is often a problem with new firearms and becomes easier with repeated removal.

This video demonstrates the loading technique for a Howell Automatic Rifle, a semi-automatic conversion of the SMLE. The process involves using four 5-round stripper clips to load a 20-round detachable box magazine. The demonstration highlights efficient use of stripper clips and proper manual action cycling.

This video demonstrates the specialized loading procedure for the Springfield 1903 Air Service Rifle, highlighting the use of stripper clips to fill its unique 25-round extended magazine. Mae, exhibiting high authority and expertise, showcases proper technique for engaging targets at 70 yards, emphasizing disciplined trigger control, efficient bolt manipulation, and consistent cheek weld during live fire. The demonstration covers the bolt-action operation, recoil impulse management, and analysis of shot placement.

This guide details the firing procedure for the Lancaster 4-barrel pistol, as demonstrated in an ASMR-style video. It covers loading, action closure, and firing, emphasizing mechanical operation and recoil. The video highlights proper muzzle discipline and the historical expertise of the presenter.

This guide details the process of loading and firing the iconic Lewis Gun, as demonstrated by firearms experts Mae and Othais. It covers the unique method of loading the pan magazine and the techniques for engaging targets in both short bursts and sustained fire. The demonstration emphasizes proper handling and the effectiveness of the light machine gun at various ranges.