Armed in 1883

The 1855 Colt revolving shotgun is a unique 10-gauge firearm featuring a five-shot cylinder and a distinctive rack and pinion lever system for cycling. Its side hammer design and the placement of ratchets on the axis pin are notable mechanical features. However, the design suffered from a significant cylinder gap issue, posing a risk of dangerous chain fires despite attempts to mitigate it.

Hickok45 explores the Smith & Wesson top-break revolver, specifically the Model 3 and Schofield variants, explaining their historical prevalence in the Old West was often overshadowed by the Colt Single Action Army in popular media. He demonstrates the Schofield's .45 Colt performance on a private range, highlighting its unique top-break action and automatic ejection.

This video by Line45 highlights six specific firearms that are experiencing unusually high sales in 2025, defying broader market trends. The host, Luke, notes that while overall gun sales have cooled, these particular models are selling out rapidly due to factors not widely recognized by the public. The video aims to inform viewers about these unexpected best-sellers in the current firearms market.

This review of the Taurus Judge revolver, presented by Ben Wah of Tactical Fellowship, highlights its unique dual-caliber capability (.45 Colt and .410 shotshell) and its historical context. The video explores its effectiveness for home defense, particularly with .410 buckshot, and discusses its performance characteristics, including trigger pull and accuracy trade-offs. It also touches on potential criticisms and aftermarket accessories like the Midwest Industries brace.

This video showcases a collection of firearms allegedly from Las Vegas, featuring iconic historical pieces. The lineup includes a Colt SAA 2nd Gen, a Winchester Model 1886, a Shiloh Sharps chambered in .45-70, and a 1st Generation Cavalry Colt. The description emphasizes responsible gun ownership and firearm safety, and promotes various sponsors and related YouTube channels. The content appears to be for educational and entertainment purposes.

This video showcases three distinct firearms: the 1873 Single Action Army revolver, the British Webley Mark VI top-break revolver, and a 7.62 converted K98 Mauser rifle. It demonstrates their operation, including loading, firing, and unique ejection mechanisms. The review also features an unboxing and firing of 7.62x39mm ammunition from a spam can, highlighting historical and surplus firearms.

This short showcases the historical 1855 Springfield rifle musket firing a .58 caliber Minie ball. It demonstrates the traditional muzzle-loading process with black powder and a percussion cap. The video highlights the satisfying impact on a gong, offering a glimpse into historical ballistics and firearm handling.

This review covers the Uberti reproduction of the 1860 Henry Rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the first successful lever-action. It details the unique loading mechanism, design flaws like the open magazine, and its evolution from Volcanic Arms to the Winchester 1866. The video demonstrates its rapid-fire capability and discusses its legacy as a precursor to modern lever-action firearms.

The 500 S&W Magnum, built on the X-frame, is a handgun designed for extreme power, dwarfing the .44 Magnum. It demonstrates significant recoil and impressive penetration capabilities, capable of passing through over 2,100 pages of a medical textbook. While not ideal for precision shooting due to blast and recoil, it serves as a powerful novelty or specialized hunting tool.

This video features a detailed look at a Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, showcasing its historical significance and practical performance. Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy on steel targets, discusses its all-matching condition, and explains the functionality of stripper clips for reloading. The review also touches on the rifle's historical context, the Mauser bolt-action design's influence, and the 8mm Mauser caliber's characteristics.