Pedersoli Howda Pistol vs Trash Can

Published on February 8, 2023
Duration: 20:53

This video demonstrates the loading and firing of a Pedersoli Howda pistol, a double-barreled percussion firearm. The presenter, hickok45, showcases various loads, including birdshot and buck-and-ball, against targets like trash cans. He details the process of loading black powder, wads, and projectiles, emphasizing techniques for securing the loads, especially in the second barrel fired, to prevent shifting due to recoil. The video also touches upon the historical context and intended use of the Howda pistol as a powerful close-range firearm.

Quick Summary

The Pedersoli Howda pistol is a double-barreled percussion firearm loaded with black powder, wads, and projectiles like birdshot or buck and ball. Extra wads in the second barrel can prevent projectile shift from recoil. Historically, it was used for defense on elephant-back platforms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Howda Pistol Ready
  2. 00:16Targeting the Trash Can
  3. 00:50Shotgun Shell Load Details
  4. 01:08History of the Howda Pistol
  5. 02:00Counting the Booms: Muzzleloader Limits
  6. 03:04Loading Process: Powder and Wads
  7. 04:16Switching to Number 4 Buckshot
  8. 05:03Overshot Wads for Recoil Stability
  9. 06:32Trash Can Time: Firing the Howda
  10. 07:13Pattern Analysis: Buckshot Impact
  11. 08:02Howda Pistol Maintenance
  12. 08:32Historical Context: 1700s to Cartridges
  13. 09:04Origin of the 'Howda' Name
  14. 10:01Buck and Ball Loading Experiment
  15. 11:35Loading a Ball in the Left Barrel
  16. 12:11Firing Buck and Ball at the Target
  17. 13:11Analyzing Buck and Ball Impact
  18. 14:13Reloading for More Shots
  19. 15:30Final Loads: Number 4 Buckshot Again
  20. 16:43Humorous Misfire Simulation
  21. 17:30Last Shots: Impact and Spread
  22. 18:01Conclusion: Fun with the Howda
  23. 19:04NFA Considerations for Modern Firearms
  24. 19:40Sponsor Mentions: Talon Grips & Ballistol

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Pedersoli Howda pistol loaded?

The Pedersoli Howda pistol is loaded with black powder, followed by a powder wad. Projectiles can include birdshot with a cushion wad, or a buck and ball load with a large ball and smaller buckshot. An overshot wad is used to keep the contents secure in the barrel.

What is a 'buck and ball' load for a Howda pistol?

A buck and ball load for a Howda pistol typically consists of a large round ball, such as a 60-caliber ball, combined with several smaller buckshot pellets, like 31-caliber balls. This was a popular load for its stopping power.

Why might you use extra wads in the second barrel of a Howda pistol?

Using two overshot wads in the second barrel fired can help prevent the shot or projectile from shifting due to recoil. This is important because the recoil from the first shot could potentially loosen the contents of the second barrel before it's fired.

What is the historical significance of the Howda pistol?

The Howda pistol, dating back to the 1700s, was a powerful, short firearm often used for defense by individuals on elephant-back hunting platforms. Its design was intended to provide a potent close-range option against dangerous game like tigers or lions.

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