Самозарядный пистолет Нобла - Забытое Оружие

Published on October 7, 2019
Duration: 5:21

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare Noble self-loading pistol, designed by J.W. Noble. It highlights the pistol's unique lever-action mechanism with short barrel recoil, comparing it to the Luger. The review details its development for the 1907 US Army pistol trials, its .30 Luger caliber, and the challenges faced due to its crude design and manufacturing, ultimately leading to its rejection. The video also discusses the adapted Browning Model 1907 magazine and the scarcity of surviving examples.

Quick Summary

The Noble self-loading pistol, chambered in .30 Luger, is a rare firearm known for its unique lever-action mechanism with short barrel recoil. Designed by J.W. Noble, it was submitted for US Army trials in 1907 but was rejected due to its crude design and manufacturing.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to the Noble Pistol
  2. 00:13Caliber and Designer
  3. 00:39Lever Action Mechanism
  4. 01:13Short Recoil System Explained
  5. 01:54Bolt Comparison to Luger
  6. 02:10Controls and Magazine Release
  7. 02:24Magazine Design and Issues
  8. 02:46.45 Caliber Military Trial Pistols
  9. 03:03Magazine Adaptation (Browning 1907)
  10. 03:50Striker and Rarity
  11. 03:581907 Military Trials
  12. 04:04Design and Production Issues
  13. 04:10Trial Outcome and Rejection
  14. 04:41End of Noble's Military Ambitions
  15. 04:50Comparison to .45 Caliber Models
  16. 05:02Conclusion and Rarity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Noble self-loading pistol?

The Noble self-loading pistol is a rare firearm designed by J.W. Noble, chambered in .30 Luger. It features a unique lever-action mechanism with short barrel recoil, similar in principle to the Luger, and was submitted for US Army trials in 1907.

What caliber is the Noble pistol?

The specific Noble pistol featured in the video is chambered in .30 Luger. Larger .45 caliber versions were also produced for military trials.

What was the outcome of the Noble pistol's military trials?

The Noble pistol was submitted for the 1907 US Army trials but was ultimately rejected. Reports cited its crude design and manufacturing methods, deeming it unsuitable for further testing and military adoption.

What is unique about the Noble pistol's mechanism?

The Noble pistol utilizes a lever-action mechanism with a short barrel recoil system. During firing, recoil retracts the bolt, lifting locking lugs via frame-mounted guide slots.

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