Hunting Like It’s 1930

Published on May 8, 2025
Duration: 21:56

This video explores hunting like it was in 1930, using a vintage Pattin and Son side-by-side shotgun and period-appropriate paper cartridges. It emphasizes patience, stillness, and traditional field craft over modern technology. The experience highlights the challenges and rewards of hunting with older equipment, contrasting it with modern practices and gear.

Quick Summary

Hunting like it's 1930 involves using vintage firearms like a Pattin and Son side-by-side shotgun with period-appropriate 65mm paper cased cartridges. This approach emphasizes traditional field craft, patience, and stillness, contrasting with modern hunting techniques that benefit from advanced gear and technology.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Hunting Like It's 1930
  2. 00:26Selecting the Vintage Firearm & Ammo
  3. 00:44The Appeal of Traditional Hunting
  4. 01:01Cartridge Selection for Older Guns
  5. 02:01Inside a Cartridge Barn
  6. 03:06First Hunting Opportunities
  7. 03:42Learning the Old Gun
  8. 04:05Modern vs. 1930s Gear & Field Craft
  9. 05:08A 1930s Success: Dinner Secured
  10. 05:23Changing Positions & Decoy Use
  11. 05:45Reliving Old Days with Paper Cases
  12. 06:15Massive Cartridge Giveaway Opportunity
  13. 07:29Pigeons in Trees & Hot Weather
  14. 08:00Evolution of Guns, Gear, and Economy
  15. 09:12Cartridge Costs Then vs. Now
  16. 09:34Ammunition and Gun Quality Comparison
  17. 09:55Pigeon Hunting Continues
  18. 10:11Successful Pigeon Hunt
  19. 11:17More Birds Moving with Wind
  20. 11:551930s Habits: Smoking
  21. 12:24Changes in Outdoor Appreciation Since 1930
  22. 13:04Pests as Food Sources in the Past
  23. 13:36Poaching Then vs. Now
  24. 13:58Detailed Look at the Pattin and Son Shotgun
  25. 15:15Condition and Refinishing of the Gun
  26. 15:30Non-Ejector vs. Ejector in Historical Context
  27. 16:15Engraving and Barrel Details
  28. 16:42Barrel Condition and Refurbishment Value
  29. 17:11The Joy of Paper Cartridges & Vintage Guns
  30. 17:27Appreciation for Modern Hunting Advantages
  31. 17:51Moving to a Hide for Better Success
  32. 18:45Second Barrel Performance Analysis
  33. 19:08Numbers Aren't the Game in 1930
  34. 19:42Desperation Move: Stirring Pigeons
  35. 20:04Reflections on the 1930s Hunting Experience
  36. 20:59Calling It a Day: 1930s Was Harder
  37. 21:16Outro & Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of shotgun was used for the 1930s hunting simulation?

The video features a vintage Pattin and Son of Southampton, a side-by-side boxlock non-ejector shotgun, estimated to be around 100 years old.

What type of ammunition is recommended for hunting like it's 1930?

For a 1930s hunting experience, 65mm paper cased cartridges with an ounce load and size 6 shot are recommended, providing a historical feel and compatibility with older firearms.

How does hunting in 1930 compare to modern hunting practices?

Hunting in 1930 relied heavily on patience, stillness, and traditional field craft, as modern technology like advanced camouflage and optics were unavailable. It was often about subsistence, whereas today it's more focused on crop protection.

What are the key differences in firearm and ammunition costs between 1930 and today?

Firearms have become significantly more expensive, with new side-by-sides costing tens of thousands of pounds. However, ammunition costs, pound for pound, have remained relatively static, with 1930s cartridges being comparable in cost to modern equivalents.

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