FULL VERSION - War for Apachería - Fighting With the Federal Government in the 1870's

This video explores the firearms and gear used by both US Federal forces and Apache allies during the Indian Wars of the 1870s. It highlights the differences in equipment between cavalry units and Apache warriors, emphasizing the use of surplus Civil War-era firearms and the challenges of supply chains. The content provides a detailed look at historical firearms like the Springfield 1870 and Colt 1871 Open Top, alongside period-appropriate ammunition and accoutrements.

This video provides a detailed look at the Remington Model 1871 Rolling Block Rifle, also known as the Springfield Model of 1871. Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA highlights its historical significance as a US Army firearm, its robust construction, and unique operational features. Key aspects discussed include its massive hammer, rolling breech block mechanism, straight grip stock with a steel buttplate, 36-inch barrel, ladder rear sight, and its chambering in .50-70 Government caliber. The video also touches upon its production numbers, the location of the manufacture date, and a clever forend removal mechanism.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.