Black Powder Lube: Traditional vs. Wads

This video provides expert guidance on appropriate black powder charges for various cap and ball revolvers. The instructor, with apparent extensive experience, details specific grain recommendations for .31 caliber pocket revolvers (10-12 grains), .36 caliber belt pistols like the 1861 Navy (17-20 grains), .44 caliber holster pistols with brass frames (20 grains) and steel frames (25-30 grains), and the Colt Walker (.44 caliber, 40 grains recommended over its 60-grain capacity). The benefits of using paper cartridges for efficiency and fun are also highlighted.

Dustin from Guns of the West provides recommended black powder charges for various cap and ball revolvers, categorizing them by size and caliber. He advises on specific grain amounts for pocket (.31 caliber), belt (.36 caliber), holster (.44 caliber), and large 'horse' pistols (Walker/Dragoon), emphasizing that his recommendations often exceed manufacturer's lower suggestions for better performance. The video also touches on the use of paper cartridges.

This comprehensive guide, drawing on the expertise of an experienced instructor, details seven key areas for improving handgun shooting performance. It covers essential techniques like grip, stance, trigger control, and sight management, alongside crucial maintenance and upgrade considerations. The advice emphasizes practical application and reliability over theoretical performance, aiming for faster, cleaner, and more consistent shooting.

This video addresses the common challenge of capping Remington-style cap and ball revolvers due to their angled cylinder cuts. The presenter demonstrates how a specifically designed '12cap capper' with narrower arms can overcome this issue, contrasting it with the easier capping of Colt-style revolvers. The guide also covers capping smaller Remington pocket models.

This video demonstrates the process of loading and firing paper cartridges in a Colt's Third Model Dragoon revolver, replicated by Uberti. It covers using both round ball and Johnston and Dow conical bullets with a 40-grain charge of 3fg Goex powder. The demonstration includes loading techniques, application of bullet lube, capping, and firing, with a comparison of the resulting target groups.

This guide details the process of loading and storing a black powder revolver, specifically the 1851 Navy, for extended periods. Expert Dustin Winegar demonstrates how to load with black powder and round balls, emphasizing the use of lube over the ball and avoiding felt wads to maintain powder integrity. The guide also includes tips for enhancing waterproofing and testing the firearm's reliability after storage.

This guide details the 'Cowboy Load' technique for safely carrying a traditional single-action revolver, as demonstrated by firearms instructor Dustin Winegar. It explains the mechanical reasons for this method, emphasizing the danger of carrying six live rounds due to the hammer-mounted firing pin. The procedure involves loading one round, skipping a chamber, and loading the remaining four, ensuring the hammer rests on an empty chamber. This method is crucial for older revolver designs and clones.

This guide details a practical, safety-conscious method for cleaning semi-automatic pistols, specifically demonstrated on a Glock 19. It emphasizes using industry-standard products like Hoppe's No. 9 and advocates for a 'less is more' approach to lubrication. The instruction comes from an experienced shooter and instructor, highlighting proper disassembly, cleaning techniques for various components, and correct reassembly.

This comprehensive guide details the essential steps for cleaning a revolver, specifically the Colt Python, as demonstrated by Dustin Winegar. It covers safety protocols, material selection, and a methodical cleaning process for the bore, chambers, and exterior components, ensuring proper maintenance and longevity of the firearm. The instruction is suitable for both new and experienced firearm owners.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and initial inspection of a Uberti 1851 Navy London revolver, presented by Dustin from Guns of the West. The review highlights the firearm's aesthetic details, such as the blued steel finish and one-piece walnut grips, and confirms technical specifications like the .36 caliber and single-action mechanism. The speaker's deep knowledge of historical firearms and specific model variations is evident throughout the presentation.