Colt Navy Revolvers: 1851 & 1861

Dustin from Guns of the West provides a detailed comparison of Colt-style cap and ball revolvers, favoring them over Remington designs primarily for aesthetic reasons and certain functional aspects. He highlights the one-piece grips, open-top frame design, and the robust arbor as key advantages, while acknowledging potential cap jam issues and the Remington's stronger frame design. The video emphasizes the artistic appeal of Colts and their suitability for black powder enthusiasts.

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.

This video provides a visual and quantitative comparison of various black powder revolvers, focusing on their size and weight. Host Dustin demonstrates the physical dimensions and scales different models, from the small Remington Pocket Model to the large Colt Walker, offering practical context for potential owners.

This video features an in-depth look at Uberti's reproduction of the Colt 1861 Navy London Model revolver. The content highlights the firearm itself, offering viewers a close-up examination. The description also includes contact information for Guns of the West, LLC, special offers for concealed carry permit classes and gun insurance, and links to social media and Patreon support. While the video's primary focus is the firearm, the additional information points to broader themes of firearm ownership and associated services.

This video offers an "up close" look at Uberti's reproduction of the Colt 1851 Navy London Model revolver. While the description focuses on the firearm itself, the content also provides contact information for Guns of the West, LLC, special offers for concealed carry permit classes, U.S. Law Shield insurance, and discounted NRA memberships, along with social media links and a Patreon call to action. The focus is clearly on showcasing and potentially selling this historical firearm reproduction and associated services.

This video showcases a collection of factory-new Colt and Smith & Wesson firearms acquired from a former Colt employee and through a Canadian rescue. The presenter, who typically avoids post-1945 firearms, provides a quick overview of each piece, emphasizing their 'new in box' condition. While lacking in-depth historical or technical details due to the presenter's unfamiliarity with these specific models, the video highlights unique examples like a Colt 1851 Navy cap-and-ball, a 2016 Special Combat Government Competition Model, an M45A1 US Marine Corps issue variant, a rare Colt Z40, a 100th Anniversary 1911, a custom WW2-era 1911 A1, a Smith & Wesson Pre-27, a Model 27-2, and a Colt Python.

This guide details the 'Cowboy Load' technique for safely carrying a traditional single-action revolver, as demonstrated by firearms instructor Dustin Winegar. It explains the mechanical reasons for this method, emphasizing the danger of carrying six live rounds due to the hammer-mounted firing pin. The procedure involves loading one round, skipping a chamber, and loading the remaining four, ensuring the hammer rests on an empty chamber. This method is crucial for older revolver designs and clones.

This guide details a practical, safety-conscious method for cleaning semi-automatic pistols, specifically demonstrated on a Glock 19. It emphasizes using industry-standard products like Hoppe's No. 9 and advocates for a 'less is more' approach to lubrication. The instruction comes from an experienced shooter and instructor, highlighting proper disassembly, cleaning techniques for various components, and correct reassembly.

This comprehensive guide details the essential steps for cleaning a revolver, specifically the Colt Python, as demonstrated by Dustin Winegar. It covers safety protocols, material selection, and a methodical cleaning process for the bore, chambers, and exterior components, ensuring proper maintenance and longevity of the firearm. The instruction is suitable for both new and experienced firearm owners.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and initial inspection of a Uberti 1851 Navy London revolver, presented by Dustin from Guns of the West. The review highlights the firearm's aesthetic details, such as the blued steel finish and one-piece walnut grips, and confirms technical specifications like the .36 caliber and single-action mechanism. The speaker's deep knowledge of historical firearms and specific model variations is evident throughout the presentation.