Capping Remington Revolvers

Published on May 31, 2025
Duration: 3:06

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.

Quick Summary

Remington-style cap and ball revolvers are difficult to cap due to angled cylinder cuts creating tight spaces. A specialized '12cap capper' with narrower arms is designed to overcome this, fitting into these tight areas to properly seat percussion caps, even on small pocket models.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Capping Remington Revolvers
  2. 00:24The Problem with Remington Cylinder Cuts
  3. 00:46Demonstration: Remington New Model Army
  4. 01:43Comparison: Colt 1851 Navy
  5. 02:07Capping Remington Pocket Models
  6. 02:24Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it difficult to cap Remington-style cap and ball revolvers?

Remington-style revolvers have angled cuts around the cylinder nipples, creating a very tight space at the bottom. This design makes it challenging for most standard cappers to fully seat percussion caps without modification or specialized tools.

What makes the '12cap capper' suitable for Remington revolvers?

The '12cap capper' is specifically designed with narrower arms. This allows it to fit into the tight, angled spaces around the nipples of Remington-style revolvers, enabling the user to press the cap straight down and seat it effectively.

Can the '12cap capper' be used on Remington pocket models?

Yes, the '12cap capper' is also effective on tiny Remington pocket models. Its design accommodates the small size and tight clearances, making the capping process straightforward.

How do Remington cylinder cuts differ from Colt revolvers for capping?

Remington revolvers feature angled cuts that converge at the bottom, creating a tight space. In contrast, Colt-style revolvers typically have straight-line cuts, offering more clearance and making them generally easier to cap with standard tools.

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