This YouTube video, part of the "Enjoying Black Powder" series, focuses on the 1871 Beaumont rifle. The description highlights the appeal of black powder military rifles from the 1860s-1880s, noting their reasonable price and ease of reloading. The video promises to demonstrate how to handload ammunition for these firearms, making them accessible for enthusiasts. It features the host and a friend at the range, comparing how different models handle and providing practical reloading instructions. The series aims to make black powder rifle ownership and operation enjoyable.
This video showcases the Daly Arms "Tom Thumb," a unique and tiny .22 rimfire revolver believed to be from the 1870s or 1880s. Imported by Daly Arms of New York and manufactured in Belgium, this antique firearm is notable for its unusual ring trigger, which appears impractically small. The description highlights its chambering for black powder .22 rimfire cartridges and draws a comparison to other small revolvers of the era, like the Colt New Line. The video explores the historical context and design peculiarities of this rare piece, emphasizing the mystery behind its trigger design.
This video from InRange TV explores two notable 1870s military surplus firearms: the Spencer Carbine and the Schofield Revolver. The presenter discusses their historical context and why they became available as surplus, highlighting their extensive use on the American frontier. The content focuses on these specific historical firearms and their significance.
This video, 'Revolver: 101' from C&Rsenal, provides a deep dive into centerfire military revolvers from the 1870s through the early 1900s. The presenter, Othais, explores the mechanics and study of these historical firearms. The episode references other revolvers, including the Prideaux Device, Webley-Fosbery, Mateba 6 Unica, Dimancea, and a Salvatore Mazza Collier Revolver, suggesting a broad look at the revolver action and its evolution.
This WWI Primer episode from C&Rsenal delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Italian Vetterli-Vitali 1870/87 rifle. Hosted by Othais and Mae, the documentary is part of a series commemorating the centennial anniversary of World War I, with new episodes released every other Tuesday. The video features additional reading resources, original music, and collaborations with The Great War, Rock Island Auction, and DrakeGmbH for ammunition data.
This video examines the unique Fagnus Revolver, a military-style, six-shot .450 caliber firearm produced by Alexandre Fagnus of Liege. The description highlights its unusual unloading mechanism, where the rear half of the trigger guard acts as a lever to unlock the barrel and cylinder, and the front half pivots the action open for ejection. Dating to the late 1870s or 1880s, information on its production quantity or specific cartridge is scarce. The video aims to provide a detailed look at this obscure firearm.
This video features a detailed look at the 1851 Navy Colt Richards/Mason cartridge conversion revolver from Taylor's & Company. The content includes shooting footage and an overview of cartridge conversion revolvers popular in the 1860s and 1870s, highlighting their historical significance. The video also promotes other content from the channel and its patrons.
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