From the Vault: Schwarzlose Model 1898 Pistol

This video provides an expert look at the Westley Richards 'Monkey Tail' Carbine, a unique single-shot breech-loading rifle. It details the firearm's history, its distinctive mechanism, and its use by various historical groups, including the Boers in South Africa. The content highlights its collector market appeal and historical significance.

This video delves into the catastrophic failures of the Colt Model 1847 Walker revolver, a firearm renowned for its power but infamous for its tendency to explode. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, with high authority, details the historical context, metallurgical limitations of wrought iron, inconsistent black powder, and manufacturing defects that led to its poor reliability. Despite its flaws, the Walker paved the way for Colt's more successful future models.

Ian McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, details the Whitney-Kennedy Lever Action Rifle. The video covers the armory's origins with Eli Whitney, its competitive drive against Winchester, and the rifle's specific mechanical features like the L-shaped block and top-ejecting action. It also touches on barrel markings and serial number locations, positioning the rifle as an important, though often overlooked, part of early lever-action firearm development.

This video provides an expert overview of the Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine, presented by Larry Potterfield, Founder of MidwayUSA. It details the rifle's historical significance as 'the gun that won the West,' its mechanical features including the lever lock, cleaning rod trap, and ladder sights, and its .44-40 Winchester caliber. The estimated value of this 1892 model is highlighted.

This video provides a brief overview of the Merwin Hulbert "Skullcrusher" revolver, highlighting its historical markings and the general operation of a revolver, including firing and reloading. The content focuses on visual identification and basic firearm function without in-depth technical analysis or instructional guidance.

This entry details the Kubura Pećanka, a flintlock pistol from the Balkans with Ottoman influence, lasting into WWI. Expert Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries highlights its unique construction, regional style, and surprising longevity due to cultural factors and cost-effectiveness compared to modern firearms.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.