Videos tagged with Henry Repeating Rifle

This video showcases the New Original Henry Rifle from Henry Repeating Arms, a faithful reproduction of the 1860 design by Benjamin Tyler Henry. The description highlights its historical significance, including its use at the Battle of the Little Bighorn and its role as the predecessor to the iconic Winchester rifle. Key details mentioned are its lever-action, tubular magazine, and its original configuration as a sixteen-shot .44 caliber rimfire breech-loading rifle produced by the New Haven Arms Company. The rifle's adoption by the Union during the Civil War and its later presence in the hands of Native American tribes in the West are also noted.

This video focuses on the Henry Repeating Rifle, specifically the AR-7 Survival model in .22LR caliber. The title and description suggest a review or showcase of this particular firearm, highlighting its survival capabilities and fitting into a broader gun lifestyle context. The included hashtags indicate potential topics like firearm ownership, outdoor activities, and personal defense.

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 delves into the development of the Winchester Lever Action rifle, specifically focusing on the Model 1866. It highlights the shortcomings of the earlier Henry Repeating Rifle, such as its exposed magazine, and details how Nelson King's innovative loading gate design addressed these issues, leading to a more durable and reliable firearm. The description also touches on the business maneuvers that led to the formation of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company and the sidelining of Benjamin T. Henry. The Model 1866, initially called the Winchester Repeating Rifle, continued to use the .44 Henry Rimfire cartridge and was offered in various configurations, laying the groundwork for Winchester's future success.

This video delves into the historical development and technical specifications of the Winchester Lever Action 1860 Henry rifle. It highlights the Henry's revolutionary design as one of the best emerging repeating rifles, superior to contemporary models like the Spencer in terms of speed and magazine capacity. The description details its toggle lock system, 15-round magazine, .44 Henry rimfire cartridge performance, and its limited production run. Despite being rejected by the US military, the rifle saw significant service with state units and individuals during the Civil War, proving to be an effective force multiplier in engagements.