This video showcases Portugal's Model 1886 Trooper's Model Abadie Revolver, highlighting Isaac Abadie's innovative gate-loading system. This mechanism, which disconnected the hammer when the loading gate was opened, significantly sped up the reloading process for solid-frame revolvers until the advent of swing-out cylinders. Portugal was an early adopter of this technology, first issuing an officer's model in 1878 and later expanding to a longer-barreled cavalry version in 1886. Approximately 12,000 Abadie revolvers were produced for Portugal across both models. The video notes their scarcity in the US and thanks Mike Carrick of Arms Heritage Magazine for access to the featured example. A C&Rsenal episode on the Portuguese use of these revolvers is also recommended for further details.
This video features a detailed look at the Swiss 1882 Ordnance Revolver, designed by Colonel Schmidt. The description highlights its 7.5mm caliber, 6-shot double-action mechanism, and its lineage from the French 1873 model. Key features discussed include the rebounding hammer for safe carrying and the innovative Abadie gate-loading system, which allows the trigger to precisely index the cylinder for fast loading and unloading. The video also notes the revolver's high-quality Swiss craftsmanship, its hinged sideplate for easy access to internals, and mentions its underpowered status by modern standards and ammunition scarcity. The description also includes links to the creator's Patreon and merchandise.
This video provides a detailed explanation of how the Austro-Hungarian Rast & Gasser 1898 revolver functions. It covers its operational aspects, including its single/double action mechanism and gate loading feature. The content is part of a "WWI Primer" series, indicating a historical and technical focus on firearms from that era.
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