The Guns of 1873 - With Annette Evans

This guide details the process of loading and firing the 1883 U.S. Cavalry Colt Single Action Army, as demonstrated by Hickok45. It covers the historical context of its carry, the mechanical operation, and the visual impact of using black powder propellant. The demonstration emphasizes safe handling and proper loading techniques for this iconic historical firearm.

This guide details how to test the historical 'burial money' legend using a Colt Single Action Army revolver. Hickok45, a recognized firearms expert, demonstrates the process, highlighting the practical challenges and potential unreliability of such a tactic. The experiment involves live firing to assess the impact on currency and the firearm's function.

This guide, drawing from hickok45's expertise, covers practical shooting techniques and ammunition considerations. It addresses challenges with iron sights and vision, emphasizes consistent ammunition selection for accuracy, and highlights the importance of trigger control for revolvers. The instruction is delivered with the authority of a seasoned firearms educator.

This video provides a detailed comparison between cap and ball revolvers and metallic cartridge revolvers, focusing on their loading mechanisms and operational differences. It explains the step-by-step process for loading a cap and ball revolver, highlighting the use of separate components like powder, balls, and percussion caps. The presenter, Dustin from Guns of the West, also discusses the convenience and modern advantages of metallic cartridge revolvers, including their compatibility with smokeless powder and the option of conversion cylinders for older cap and ball models. He concludes that neither type is inherently more entry-level, offering different paths for new shooters.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the Pietta 1873 Great Western II Liberty revolver in .45 Colt, as demonstrated by Misha. It covers safe handling, cylinder loading via the gate, cocking the hammer, and firing at an outdoor range. The presenter exhibits high authority and expertise in single-action firearm operation and safe shooting practices.

This video from InRangeTV explains why the 44-40 cartridge is generally not recommended for modern firearms enthusiasts, despite its historical significance. The instructor, with apparent expertise in firearms, details the practical disadvantages of 44-40, including ammunition scarcity and reloading difficulties, compared to more accessible modern alternatives like 357 Magnum/38 Special or 45 Colt. The core argument centers on the 44-40's historical advantage in sealing black powder fouling due to its stepped case design, a benefit largely negated by modern ammunition and firearm designs.

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.