Colt 1861 Navy Revolver by Uberti

Published on May 2, 2022
Duration: 10:01

This video provides an in-depth review of the Uberti reproduction of the Colt 1861 Navy revolver. The presenter, Dustin from Guns of the West, details the firearm's features, compares it to the 1851 Navy and 1860 Army models, and demonstrates its performance with both loose powder and ball and paper cartridges. He notes the historical accuracy of Uberti's reproductions, particularly the placement of markings, and discusses personal aesthetic preferences regarding blued steel versus brass components. The shooting portion highlights the revolver's accuracy at 15 yards and addresses a recurring cap jam issue, suggesting a potential fix with aftermarket nipples.

Quick Summary

The Uberti 1861 Navy revolver is a .36 caliber firearm that blends design elements from earlier Colt models. This reproduction features a blued steel finish on its trigger guard and backstrap, a departure from common brass. It utilizes a rack-and-pinion loading lever similar to the 1860 Army, and demonstrated good accuracy at 15 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction: Uberti 1861 Navy
  2. 00:29Range Preparation: Powder & Ball vs. Cartridges
  3. 00:45Close-up Look at the 1861 Navy Revolver
  4. 00:511861 Navy Caliber and Engraving
  5. 01:06Uberti's Craftsmanship and Markings
  6. 01:30Blued Steel vs. Brass Components
  7. 01:58Colt Revolver Evolution: 1851 Navy, 1860 Army, 1861 Navy
  8. 02:07Comparing the 1851 London Navy
  9. 02:47Comparing the 1860 Army
  10. 03:02Caliber and Grip Differences
  11. 03:43Barrel Shape and Lines
  12. 03:57Barrel Length and Loading Lever Evolution
  13. 04:531861 Navy Loading Lever Design
  14. 05:26Shooting the 1861 Navy Revolver
  15. 05:36Loading Loose Powder and Ball
  16. 05:57Adding Bullet Lube
  17. 06:09Priming with Remington No. 10 Caps
  18. 07:07Shooting with Paper Cartridges
  19. 07:45Troubleshooting Cap Jam Issues
  20. 08:09Cap Stuck to Hammer
  21. 08:16Slick Shot Nipples Suggestion
  22. 08:42Shooting Results and Accuracy
  23. 08:48Loose Powder and Ball Target Analysis
  24. 09:08Paper Cartridge Target Analysis
  25. 09:31Bullet Specifications Used
  26. 09:38Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Uberti 1861 Navy revolver?

The Uberti reproduction of the Colt 1861 Navy revolver is chambered in .36 caliber. This is indicated by the straight-walled cylinder design, characteristic of Navy models.

How does the Uberti 1861 Navy compare to the 1851 Navy and 1860 Army?

The 1861 Navy shares the .36 caliber and 7.5-inch barrel length of the 1851 Navy but adopts the more rounded barrel profile and rack-and-pinion loading lever design of the 1860 Army.

What are the aesthetic differences in the Uberti 1861 Navy reviewed?

This specific Uberti 1861 Navy features an all-blued steel construction for the trigger guard and backstrap, deviating from the more common brass found on historical models. The presenter prefers this all-blued look against the color-cased frame.

What powder charge and projectile were used for testing the Uberti 1861 Navy?

For testing, 17 grains of Goex Triple FG black powder were used with a Hornady 0.375 inch diameter round ball. Bullet lube was applied over the chambers.

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