Lewis Short Recoil .45ACP Prototype Pistol

Published on June 28, 2017
Duration: 10:17

This video examines a rare .45 ACP prototype pistol designed by Isaac Newton Lewis, inventor of the Lewis machine gun. The pistol features an advanced 15-round double-stack magazine and a short-recoil action, though it was rejected by the French military. The review includes a detailed field strip and internal mechanics explanation, highlighting its unique locking lug system.

Quick Summary

The Lewis Short Recoil .45 ACP Prototype Pistol, designed by Isaac Newton Lewis, features a unique short-recoil action and an advanced 15-round double-stack magazine. Despite its innovative design, it was tested and rejected by the French military.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Lewis Prototype
  2. 01:39External Features and Magazine
  3. 03:41Disassembly Process
  4. 05:53Internal Mechanics
  5. 09:18Conclusion and Rarity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lewis Short Recoil .45 ACP Prototype Pistol?

It's a rare semi-automatic pistol designed by Isaac Newton Lewis, inventor of the Lewis machine gun. It features a short-recoil action and a 15-round double-stack magazine, but was rejected by the French military.

What made the magazine of the Lewis prototype pistol advanced?

The pistol featured a 15-round double-stack magazine, which was highly advanced for the early 20th century. This capacity and configuration predated many later successful handgun designs.

How does the locking system of the Lewis prototype pistol work?

It uses a unique locking lug system. The barrel and bolt initially move together, but a lug on the barrel assembly engages the frame, dropping the lock and allowing the bolt to cycle independently.

Who designed the Lewis Short Recoil .45 ACP Prototype Pistol?

The pistol was designed by Colonel Isaac Newton Lewis, who is most famous for inventing the Lewis light machine gun during World War I.

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