This video delves into Edward Lindner's unique tube-fed, striker-fired, caseless ammo revolver concept. The description highlights Lindner's prolific patent history, including early patents for 'striker' mechanisms and gas-operated actions. The featured revolver, a proof-of-concept model, utilizes a tubular magazine beneath the barrel to feed roughly .48 caliber pistol cartridges. A notable feature is its striking mechanism, which automatically strips and seats a percussion cap before firing, functioning akin to an open-bolt system in a percussion revolver. Only two examples of this innovative design are known to exist.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Dutch Model 1871/79 Beaumont rifle, a significant early European breechloading metallic-cartridge firearm. The analysis highlights its design origins, referencing elements from the Chassepot and Mauser-Norris rifles, and details the unique V-spring firing pin system invented by John Claes. The description covers its adoption by the Dutch, manufacturing details, and modifications made in 1878 and 1888 to accommodate new cartridges and the Vitali magazine. A particularly interesting aspect is the examination of a specific example imported from Ethiopia, featuring a Lion of Judah stamp, suggesting a historical connection to King Menelik. The video also notes the rarity of single-shot versions today.
This video details the Merrill breechloading conversion of the 1841 Mississippi Rifle, a Civil War era firearm. James Merrill of Baltimore developed a simple knee-joint lever mechanism for breech loading. The video mentions that approximately 300 conversions were made across the 1841 Mississippi Rifle, 1842 musket, and 1847 musketoon. These conversions were part of testing conducted by the Harpers Ferry Arsenal, alongside similar designs by Lindner and Montstorm.
This video delves into the fascinating history and engineering of the 1869 Werder Pistol, a breechloading firearm adopted by Bavaria. It highlights the pistol's innovative falling-block system, modular design, and effective rate of fire. The description details the different forms of the Werder (rifle, carbine, pistol) and their respective calibers, including the 11x35mm short for pistols and carbines, and the 11x50mm for the rifle. It also touches upon the rifle's short service life and conversion issues. The video provides links to the presenter's Patreon, Floatplane, and merchandise store.
This video details the Armstrong & Taylor carbine, a single-shot, breechloading firearm patented in 1862. The description highlights its unique rotating barrel mechanism and internal extractor. Despite its innovative design, the carbine arrived too late for the Civil War and was subsequently eliminated in the first round of the 1866 breechloading rifle trials. The video mentions its performance of firing 100 rounds of .41 rimfire ammunition at a rate of 14 rounds per minute, but notes it was deemed unsuitable compared to the eventual winner, the Allin Conversion (Trapdoor Springfield). Links to Patreon and merchandise are also included.
This video delves into the fascinating and cautionary tale of the Gibbs carbine, a breechloading, percussion-fired cavalry carbine patented in 1856. It highlights the immense challenges of firearm manufacturing, especially during wartime. The narrative follows the journey from Lucien Gibbs' patent to the creation of a company with William Brooks and WW Marston. Despite initial promise and a successful demonstration, production hurdles, including the difficulty of acquiring machinery and labor during the Civil War, led to significant delays. The involvement of New York Mayor George Opdyke brought some progress, but the story culminates in a dramatic riot and the destruction of the Phoenix Armory, resulting in the loss of machinery and completed firearms. Ultimately, only 1052 Gibbs carbines were ever produced.
This video delves into the history and mechanics of the Ferguson Breechloading Flintlock rifle, developed by British inventor and officer Patrick Ferguson in the 1770s. It highlights the rifle's innovative breech design, allowing for a significantly faster rate of fire (6+ shots per minute) compared to contemporary firearms, and its unique ability to combine rifling accuracy with rapid reloading, even from a prone position. The description details its limited combat deployment during the American Revolution, including its first action at Brandywine, and explains its eventual discontinuation due to manufacturing complexity, cost, and the death of its primary advocate, Patrick Ferguson.
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