1851 navy colt

Published on August 2, 2014
Duration: 2:17

This video provides an overview of the Colt 1851 Navy revolver, highlighting its historical significance and the manual loading process. The presenter demonstrates a safe method for handling the firearm, emphasizing the differences from modern firearms and recommending it for collectors due to its affordability and accessibility.

Quick Summary

The Colt 1851 Navy revolver requires a manual loading process involving powder, wads, and balls, with no combat reload capability. Safe handling includes placing a finger in the trigger guard when unloaded, which is the designed method for this historical firearm. They are often affordable and can be purchased online without background checks in many areas.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 1851 Navy Colt
  2. 00:03Appreciating Non-Modern Firearms
  3. 00:08The Manual Loading Process
  4. 00:17Powder, Wad, Ball, and Ramming
  5. 00:22No Combat Reload Capability
  6. 00:30Neatness of Historical Firearms
  7. 00:34Safe Handling: Finger in Trigger Guard
  8. 00:42Trigger Guard Safety Explained
  9. 00:47Colt Single-Action Similarities
  10. 00:52Historical Handling Method
  11. 00:56Attempting to Hit a Target
  12. 01:15Shooting and Smoke Observation
  13. 01:26Recommendation and Affordability
  14. 01:34Online Purchase of Black Powder Firearms
  15. 01:40Final Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you safely handle a Colt 1851 Navy revolver?

It's considered safe to hold the Colt 1851 Navy with a finger in the trigger guard, especially when the firearm is not loaded or capped. This is the designed method of handling for this type of historical firearm and is similar to how Colt single-action revolvers are managed.

What is the loading process for a Colt 1851 Navy?

Loading a Colt 1851 Navy involves a manual process: adding powder to the cylinder, followed by a wad or grease, then the ball, and finally ramming it all down securely. There is no quick combat reload feature on these revolvers.

Are Colt 1851 Navy revolvers easy to purchase?

Yes, Colt 1851 Navy revolvers are often quite affordable. In many states, because they are black powder firearms, they can be ordered online without the need for background checks, similar to ordering everyday items.

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