Videos tagged with Colt 1908

This video provides an in-depth look at the Colt 1908 Vest Pocket pistol, highlighting its historical significance as one of the smallest Colt pistols ever made and its original role as a backup carry gun. The presenter discusses its .25 ACP caliber, its popularity in the early 1900s, and its continued relevance even in 2025 as a concealed carry option. The video also includes ballistic testing and a strong recommendation for viewers to consider owning one. Sponsor mentions and links to related merchandise and social media are also present.

This video features a Point of View (POV) firing demonstration of the Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless pistol. The description provides detailed information about the firearm's design by John Browning, its manufacturer, and its caliber (.32 ACP). It also clarifies that the "hammerless" designation refers to an internal, hidden hammer, facilitating smooth pocket carry. A related variant, the Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless in .380 ACP, is also mentioned.

This video features a test and in-depth review of the Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless, a historically significant semi-automatic pistol. The content explores its design, unique features, mechanics, performance, and historical context. The "tiny pocket gun" aspect is highlighted, alongside its "incredible and very emotional intro" and "long and incredibly emotional and interesting history." The video also promotes the creator's company, Onward Research, and social media channels.

This YouTube video showcases a Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless firearm with a notable provenance, belonging to Admiral Robert Speck. The video focuses on presenting this specific historical firearm, highlighting its connection to a distinguished individual. It also includes promotional links to the channel's Patreon for early access and raffles, their "Flak & Fubar" podcast, and their Instagram page. The content appears to be an archival presentation of a unique firearm.

This YouTube video focuses on the Colt 1908 Vest Pocket Pistol. While the description is brief, it includes the video title and a call to action for channel support via Patreon. It also provides several relevant hashtags, indicating a focus on firearms, pistols, and shooting tips. The content is likely a review or demonstration of this specific firearm model.

This video delves into the Colt 1903 Pocket Hammer pistol, examining its design and historical context. The presenter highlights how it was an attempt by Colt to appeal to civilian buyers by adapting the Model 1902. Key features discussed include the shortened barrel, modified grip frame, and the pistol's mechanical underpinnings, which were based on the older Model 1900 system. The video notes the 1903's limited production numbers and its competitive positioning against other Colt models like the 1908 Pocket Hammerless and the 1911. The presenter also points out design drawbacks such as the potential for the slide to detach and the absence of certain safety features.

This video features a shooting competition using a Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless pistol originally issued to the Shanghai Municipal Police in 1925. The pistol was selected for issue by William Fairbairn, known for his hand-to-hand combat training of OSS and SOE operatives. The presenter highlights the 1908 Colt's reliability, accuracy, and speed, noting its historical significance and Fairbairn's involvement in its adoption and potential modifications. The competition rules, focusing on score minus time with points awarded for target hits and steel falls, are also detailed. The presenter achieved 3rd place out of 33 competitors with a score of 71.

This video delves into the historical context of early automatic pistol cartridges, examining their availability and the reasons behind their adoption or commercial success. The discussion spans cartridges available before 1900, those introduced between 1900-1904, and subsequent developments up to 1910. It highlights how ballistic performance (e.g., 7.63mm Mauser) and the popularity of the firearm itself (e.g., Browning 1900 and .32 ACP) influenced cartridge success. The video also references specific early automatic pistols, providing links to more in-depth content on those models.

This video delves into the history and specifications of the Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless pistol, a variant of the popular Colt 1903. It highlights the pistol's compact, reliable, and modern design for its era, noting its chambering in .32 ACP and .380 ACP. The description emphasizes the adoption of this firearm by the Shanghai Municipal Police, a department led by William Fairbairn, a significant figure in the development of combat tactics whose influence extended to WWII Allied special forces. The video references forgottenweapons.com and theme music by Dylan Benson.