Minute of Mae: British Tranter 1868

Published on August 31, 2023
Duration: 1:01

The C&Rsenal Minute of Mae episode reviews the British Tranter 1868 revolver. This decorative snub-barrel firearm weighs 1.5 pounds and has an 8.1-inch overall length. It is loaded manually with five rounds of .450 Adams black powder ammunition. The review notes its triple-action capability, a feature predating Colt's Single Action Army.

Quick Summary

The British Tranter 1868 revolver is a triple-action firearm weighing 1.5 pounds with an 8.1-inch length. It holds five rounds of .450 Adams ammunition. While its single-action trigger is soft, the double-action trigger is noted as long, gritty, and uneven.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction: Tranter 1868
  2. 00:09Specifications: Weight and Length
  3. 00:15Loading Procedure
  4. 00:21Ammunition: .450 Adams
  5. 00:25Handling and Grip
  6. 00:31Trigger Performance: Single and Double Action
  7. 00:37Sights: Rear and Front
  8. 00:45Recoil and Ejection
  9. 00:52Historical Context: Triple Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the British Tranter 1868 revolver?

The British Tranter 1868 revolver weighs 1.5 pounds and has an overall length of 8.1 inches. It features a snub barrel and is designed to fire five rounds of .450 Adams ammunition.

How is the British Tranter 1868 revolver loaded and operated?

To load the Tranter 1868, you manually rebound the hammer, open the spring-biased gate, and insert five rounds of .450 Adams. It is noted as a triple-action revolver.

What is the trigger performance like on the Tranter 1868?

The hammer touchback is soft in single-action mode. In double-action mode, the trigger is described as long, gritty, and uneven at times.

What type of ammunition does the British Tranter 1868 use?

The Tranter 1868 uses .450 Adams ammunition, which consists of a .45 caliber bullet with a short, black powder-filled case.

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