NRA Gun of the Week: Uberti USA “Wild Bill” 1851 Navy Conversion

Published on November 13, 2020
Duration: 3:39

This video reviews the Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion revolver, a modern interpretation of a classic firearm. It highlights the conversion from a cap-and-ball design to a cartridge-firing revolver chambered in .38 Special/.38 Colt. The review details its authentic appearance, modern functionality, and shooting experience, noting its appeal to Wild West enthusiasts.

Quick Summary

The Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion revolver offers a modern shooting experience with an authentic Wild West look. Chambered in .38 Special/.38 Colt, it features a case-hardened frame, blued octagonal barrel, and imitation ivory grips, providing the classic aesthetic without the hassle of cap-and-ball loading.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction: Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion
  2. 00:30Uberti's Outlaws and Lawmen Lineup
  3. 00:42Named for Wild Bill Hickok
  4. 00:55Cap and Ball vs. Conversion Design
  5. 01:10Richards Mason Pattern Conversion
  6. 01:18Ejection Rod and Loading Gate
  7. 01:42Cylinder Capacity and Caliber
  8. 02:00External Features and Finish
  9. 02:20Imitation Ivory Grips
  10. 02:30Shooting Experience at the Range
  11. 02:45Classic Sight Picture
  12. 03:06Limitations: Case Ejection and Plus P
  13. 03:14Wild West Shooting Experience
  14. 03:22Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion revolver?

The Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion is a modern reproduction revolver designed to look like the firearms used by historical figures of the American West, specifically Wild Bill Hickok. It's a conversion from the original cap-and-ball mechanism to a cartridge-firing system.

What caliber does the Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion fire?

This conversion revolver is chambered to accept modern ammunition, specifically .38 Special or .38 Colt rounds. This makes it much easier to load and shoot compared to original cap-and-ball revolvers.

What are the key visual features of the Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion?

It features an octagonal barrel, trigger guard, cylinder, and grip frame with an attractive blued metal finish. The frame, hammer, and loading gate are case-hardened, and it's fitted with imitation ivory grips for an authentic Wild West appearance.

What are the advantages of the Uberti Wild Bill 1851 Navy Conversion over an original 1851 Navy?

The primary advantage is its conversion to fire modern cartridges (.38 Special/.38 Colt), eliminating the need to manually load powder and ball. It also includes a loading gate and ejection rod, making reloading significantly faster and easier.

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