This video analyzes the W.E. Knoble .45 caliber pistol, an American entry into the US 1907 pistol trials. The pistol featured a short recoil, toggle-locked design with both single and double-action trigger variants submitted by Knoble. Despite its unique design, the trials board deemed the pistols crude and unsatisfactory without firing them, leading to their disqualification. The video notes the Luger, Colt/Browning, and Savage as the eventual winners, with the 1911 emerging as the ultimate victor. The presenter expresses surprise that the Knoble pistol wasn't even test-fired, finding it not dangerously crude, and mentions Knoble also produced similar designs in .30 Luger and .22 Long Rifle without reaching production.
This video examines the Colt Model 1909, a significant developmental pistol that predates the iconic 1911. The presenter highlights its role as a "missing link" in the 1911's evolution, showcasing features that first appeared on this limited-production firearm, such as the grip safety, push-button magazine release, and tilting barrel mechanism. Despite these advancements, the 1909 retains elements from earlier Colt designs, like a nearly vertical grip and the absence of a thumb safety. With only 23 units produced, the 1909 is a rare find and offers a fascinating glimpse into the design process that led to the world-famous 1911.
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