This video dives into the history and specifics of the Smith & Wesson M1917 revolver, a crucial sidearm for the US Army during World War I and II. It highlights the M1917's adaptation to .45 ACP ammunition and the innovative half-moon clips developed by S&W for easy extraction of rimless cartridges. The video also traces its lineage from the Triple Lock design and mentions its prior use with .455 Webley by British and Canadian forces. Production numbers and operational deployment are discussed, emphasizing its continued relevance in later conflicts.
This video analyzes WWII-era revolvers used by the U.S. and Commonwealth, focusing on the S&W Victory Revolver, which was based on the Model 10 design. It explains that revolvers saw continued use due to a shortage of modern handguns like the 1911 and German P38. The video also briefly showcases the Webley Mk IV, Enfield No. 2, and Colt M1917 revolvers.
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