Самозарядный пистолет Льюиса #1 - Забытое Оружие

Published on October 7, 2019
Duration: 10:01

This video provides a detailed examination and disassembly of a rare Lewis self-loading pistol prototype chambered in .45 caliber. The presenter highlights its unique short recoil operating system, a 15-round staggered-column magazine, and its historical context as a design by Col. Isaac Newton Lewis, inventor of the Lewis machine gun. Despite failing French military trials, the pistol is noted for its robust construction and innovative features for its time.

Quick Summary

The Lewis self-loading pistol, designed by Col. Isaac Newton Lewis, is a .45 caliber prototype from 1919 featuring a short recoil operating system and a 15-round staggered-column magazine. Despite its innovative design, it failed French military trials.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to the Lewis Pistol
  2. 00:12Col. Isaac Newton Lewis and his Designs
  3. 00:50Pistol Specifications and History
  4. 01:09.45 Caliber and Magazine Capacity
  5. 01:36Operating Principle: Short Recoil
  6. 01:52Sights and Markings
  7. 02:12Controls and Magazine Release
  8. 02:23Magazine Design and Capacity
  9. 03:03Detailed Explanation of Short Recoil Action
  10. 03:33Safety Lever Operation
  11. 03:40Disassembly: Step 1 - Magazine Removal
  12. 03:54Disassembly: Step 2 - Hammer Cocking and Backstrap Removal
  13. 04:13Backstrap Contents: Mainspring and Hammer
  14. 04:51Disassembly: Step 3 - Recoil Spring Assembly
  15. 05:25Disassembly: Step 4 - Removing the Moving Assembly
  16. 05:43Disassembly: Step 5 - Barrel Removal
  17. 06:38Barrel Lug Function
  18. 06:51Bolt Design and Striker
  19. 07:16Bolt Locking Mechanism: Sear/Bolt Stop
  20. 08:53Rear Frame Cover and Sight Integration
  21. 09:19Conclusion and Historical Significance

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Lewis self-loading pistol?

The Lewis self-loading pistol was designed and patented by Colonel Isaac Newton Lewis, who is also famous for inventing the Lewis machine gun. This prototype dates back to 1919.

What caliber is the Lewis pistol and what is its magazine capacity?

The Lewis pistol is chambered in .45 caliber. It features a large, double-column magazine designed to hold 15 rounds, which was a substantial capacity for a pistol in the early 1920s.

What operating system does the Lewis pistol use?

The Lewis pistol operates using a short recoil system. In this mechanism, the barrel and the bolt recoil together for a short distance before they unlock, allowing the action to cycle.

What are some notable features of the Lewis pistol's design?

Key features include its .45 ACP chambering, a 15-round staggered-column magazine, simple fixed sights, and a unique short recoil operating system. The backstrap of the grip houses the mainspring and hammer.

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