The Sharps Model 1859 Saddle Ring Carbine | Gun History | MidwayUSA

This video provides an expert overview of a rare Hans Larsen Falling Block Sporting Rifle, presented by Ian McCollum. It details Larsen's unique falling block action with a 180-degree lever throw, his background as a master gunmaker and marksman, and the rifle's specific features like a 1000-meter graduated rear sight and ornate engraving. The rarity of these rifles, especially in the US, is also highlighted.

This guide details the mechanical operation of the Joslyn M1862 and M1864 carbines, focusing on their unique pivoting breech-block actions. Expert instruction highlights the differences between the M1862's simpler mechanism and the M1864's improved latching system, providing valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts and historians.

This video provides an in-depth look at the extremely rare Lee 1875 Vertical Action Carbine, a firearm designed by James Paris Lee for 19th-century military trials. Expert Ian McCollum details its unique vertical falling block action, its historical context with Springfield Armory production, and its potential for rapid firing. The presentation highlights the carbine's specific features, such as the saddle ring and external hammer, and demonstrates the 'palm smack' technique for efficient operation.

This guide details the operation of the Ball Repeating Carbine, a rare Civil War-era firearm. It covers cocking the hammer, cycling the lever-action trigger guard, loading from the tubular magazine, and chambering a round. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, emphasizing historical context and mechanical function.

This guide details the disassembly of the Pettengill Army Revolver, focusing on accessing its unique internal lockwork. The video, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlights the complex mechanism that enables its Double-Action Only (DAO) operation. It's recommended for intermediate users familiar with firearm mechanics.

This video provides an expert-level overview of American single-shot cartridge rifles, presented by Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA. It details the evolution and mechanics of iconic models from Sharps, Ballard, Springfield, Remington, Stevens, and Winchester. Potterfield, an authority on historical firearms, explains the design principles, historical context, and practical aspects of these firearms, including their actions and calibers.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.