Best pistol caliber levergun?

This expert guide delves into the world of .357 Magnum lever-action rifles, highlighting models that have earned consistent owner trust. It contrasts the modern flexibility of the Henry Big Boy, the historical utility of the Marlin 1894, the compact practicality of the Rossi R92, the authentic feel of Uberti replicas, and the refined heritage of the Miroku-produced Winchester 1873. The selection hinges on matching the rifle's philosophy to the shooter's intended use.

This review celebrates the 150th anniversary of the iconic Winchester Model 1873 rifle, chambered in .44-40 WCF. Hickok45 demonstrates an original 1886 rifle, discussing its historical significance as 'The Gun That Won the West,' its technical evolution from rimfire to centerfire, and its limitations for military use. The video also compares the original to a modern reproduction and highlights the rifle's impressive accuracy.

This review covers the Uberti 1873 Winchester reproduction, owned by Hickok45 for 25 years. The video highlights the rifle's refinished walnut stock, smooth action, and accuracy with .45 Colt. It also touches on its history in Cowboy Action Shooting and the maintenance required for black powder use.

This review of the Winchester 1873 lever-action rifle in .357 Magnum highlights its historical significance as 'The Gun That Won The West'. It details the rifle's construction, including its black steel receiver, 20-inch barrel, and walnut stock. The review covers the lever action mechanism, a 10+1 capacity, and the loading process via a side gate. While praised for collecting and recreational shooting, its practicality for modern tactical use is noted as limited.

This video showcases the Winchester 140th Anniversary Model 1873 rifle, chambered in .357 caliber. The title highlights a specific commemorative edition of a classic firearm, suggesting a focus on its historical significance and collectible value, as well as its potential as a shooter.

This review critically examines five lever-action rifles that potential buyers should approach with caution. It highlights significant quality control issues, design flaws, and reliability concerns across models like the Mossberg 464 and Rossi R92. Even newer designs like the S&W Model 1854 show early production hiccups, while historical designs like the Winchester 1873 reproduction and Browning BLR have inherent mechanical quirks that can affect safety and function.

This video demonstrates the critical failure of a Bulgarian Arsenal SLR104 AK-74 variant when subjected to a mud test. Despite its platform's reputation, the rifle experienced immediate failures to go into battery, eject, and feed due to mud ingress. Repeated attempts to clear the weapon revealed significant friction and a complete mechanical stoppage, highlighting potential reliability issues under extreme conditions.

This video details the anatomy and historical use of 1700s grenades, focusing on their components like the external fuse and internal charge. It demonstrates the ignition process using a slow match and highlights the safety precautions necessary when handling replicas. The content also briefly showcases the hand mortar as an alternative deployment method for these early explosive devices.

This video provides a detailed instructional guide on applying a Gaza-style tourniquet, emphasizing proper technique for effective hemorrhage control. It highlights the importance of initial strap tightening before using the windlass for occlusion and securing it properly. The content also touches upon patient comfort and potential challenges during application.

This video details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver. It covers the unique disassembly required, including removing the barrel wedge and the barrel itself. The process involves setting the cylinder to half-cock, charging each chamber with 20 grains of powder and a lead ball, and using a specialized arbor tool to seat the projectile before capping and reassembly.