This video showcases a toolroom prototype of the Smith & Wesson No. 3 revolver, featuring a unique opening mechanism where the action rotates to the side and the barrel tips forward. This design is based on Daniel Wesson's 1873 US Patent #136348, which aimed to address perceived shortcomings in the original No. 3's handling and manufacturing. The video likely delves into the design intentions and historical context of this experimental firearm.
This video delves into the origins and evolution of the Volcanic pistol, Smith & Wesson's first firearm. It traces the lineage from Walter Hunt's Volitional Repeater through the Jennings and Smith-Jennings rifles, highlighting Horace Smith's improvements. The formation of Smith & Wesson with Daniel Wesson and the inclusion of Courtland Palmer are discussed, along with the patent issues avoided. The early Volcanic pistol's design, chambered in .41 caliber Navy and .31 caliber pocket versions, is detailed, including its tubular magazine, iron frame, and limitations in power and reliability. The video also covers the company's bankruptcy, its reformation into the Volcanic Repeating Arms Company, and its eventual acquisition by Oliver Winchester, leading to the New Haven Arms Company and ultimately the iconic Henry repeating rifle. The narrative emphasizes how the Volcanic's innovations paved the way for Winchester's future success.
This video explores the Smith & Wesson Model 1913, a pivotal early automatic pistol developed under Joe Wesson's leadership. The description details its unique features, including a hinged barrel, a light bolt with a disconnector, manual and grip safeties, and its proprietary .35 S&W cartridge. The video also touches upon the later simplified version chambered in .32 ACP and its limited production. It highlights the historical significance of this model as Smith & Wesson's initial foray into the semi-automatic pistol market.
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