Colt 1902 Philippine Model

Published on January 26, 2017
Duration: 9:29

The Colt 1902 Philippine Model, a modified Colt 1878, was developed to address ignition issues encountered during the Philippine Insurrection. It features a significantly strengthened hammer spring and an oversized trigger guard to accommodate a lengthened trigger for better leverage, resulting in a heavy but authoritative double-action pull. This historically significant revolver bridges the gap between Old West firearms and early modern military handguns.

Quick Summary

The Colt 1902 Philippine Model is a modified Colt 1878 revolver in .45 Colt, designed for the Philippine Constabulary. It features a stronger hammer spring and an oversized trigger guard for improved reliability and leverage, addressing issues from the Philippine Insurrection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Lineage
  2. 01:00Colt's Early Double Actions
  3. 02:00Military Trials and Rejection
  4. 03:30Philippine-American War Context
  5. 04:30Design Modifications for the 1902 Model
  6. 05:30Mechanical Features and Disassembly
  7. 07:10Trigger Pull Comparison
  8. 08:00Historical Significance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colt 1902 Philippine Model?

The Colt 1902 Philippine Model is a modified Colt 1878 Double Action Army revolver chambered in .45 Colt. It was developed for the Philippine Constabulary to improve primer ignition reliability, featuring a stronger hammer spring and an oversized trigger guard.

Why was the Colt 1902 Philippine Model developed?

It was developed in response to issues during the Philippine Insurrection where .38 caliber revolvers were insufficient. The government purchased modified 1878 models to provide the Philippine Constabulary with a more reliable .45 caliber sidearm.

What are the key design modifications of the Colt 1902 Philippine Model?

Key modifications include a significantly strengthened hammer spring for reliable ignition and a lengthened trigger with an oversized trigger guard to provide better leverage, compensating for the heavier pull.

What is unique about the Colt 1902 Philippine Model's cylinder timing?

Unlike many revolvers, the Colt 1902 Philippine Model lacks traditional external cylinder stop notches. Its cylinder is timed and locked solely by the interaction of the hand and the trigger mechanism.

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