Gun Santa Episode 9!

Published on December 24, 2020
Duration: 18:10

This video explores a variety of "baby" or miniaturized firearms, focusing on their historical context and collector value. The presenter, from Legacy Collectibles, details models like the Baby Nambu, Baby Luger, Baby Mauser variants, and Baby Colt Dragoons, highlighting their unique features and rarity. The discussion also touches upon the Liberator pistol, a single-shot firearm designed for resistance fighters during WWII. The presenter emphasizes the historical significance and craftsmanship of these smaller-scale firearms.

Quick Summary

The video showcases various 'baby' or miniaturized firearms, including the Japanese Baby Nambu, Baby Luger, Baby Mauser variants, and the Baby Colt Dragoon. It also features the WWII Liberator pistol, highlighting their historical significance, design features, and collector value.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Holiday Wishes
  2. 00:43Famous Babies: A Collector's Perspective
  3. 01:06Baby Nambu: Japanese Officer's Sidearm
  4. 01:46Presentation Baby Nambu from the Emperor
  5. 02:00Baby Nambu for Sale: Condition & Kanji
  6. 03:07Baby Nambu Replica vs. Papa Nambu
  7. 03:25Baby Nambu Ammunition & Holsters
  8. 04:18Baby Luger: Fantasy vs. Real
  9. 05:25Baby Mauser Pocket Pistols
  10. 06:20Mauser 1914 vs. 1934 Differences
  11. 07:10Baby Colt Dragoon: Miniaturized Percussion Revolver
  12. 08:14Baby Dragoon Design & Purpose
  13. 09:54Colt 1849 Pocket Pistol Improvements
  14. 11:15Rarity & Value of Baby Dragoons & Pocket Pistols
  15. 13:11The Liberator Pistol: WWII Resistance Firearm
  16. 14:55Unique Liberator: German Proof & Serial Number
  17. 16:05Liberator Pistol: Design & Limitations
  18. 16:55Christmas Giveaway & Closing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Baby Nambu pistol?

The Baby Nambu is a compact semi-automatic pistol manufactured in Japan, primarily in the 1920s, and was issued to Japanese Army and Navy officers. It's a miniaturized version of the larger Papa Nambu and typically fires 7mm ammunition.

Are Baby Lugers real firearms?

Many Baby Lugers encountered today are considered 'fantasy guns,' meaning they were crafted by artisans after original Luger production ended. While genuine examples exist, they are rare and often inspired by firearms like the Baby Nambu.

What distinguishes a Baby Colt Dragoon from a full-size Dragoon?

The Baby Colt Dragoon is a miniaturized percussion revolver, typically in .31 caliber, designed as a pocket pistol. Unlike the full-size Colt Dragoon (Model 1848), the baby version lacks a loading lever, making it more compact and less prone to snagging.

What was the purpose of the WWII Liberator pistol?

The Liberator pistol was a single-shot, .45 caliber firearm designed by Guide Lamp for the OSS during WWII. It was intended to be dropped behind enemy lines for resistance fighters, providing a disposable weapon for close-quarters engagements.

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