This video explores the Webley-Kaufman, an improved variant of the Government Pattern Revolver, highlighting Michael Kaufman's innovative clockwork mechanism that reduced parts and improved the trigger. The description details the "MK" stamp indicating Kaufman's patented system and traces the evolution of the revolver through three patterns, with the third pattern featuring fewer than 100 units produced. This specific example showcases the first appearance of the iconic stirrup latch locking system, later adopted by Webley for future models. The video aims to provide a detailed look at this historically significant firearm.
This video examines the Lucius Pond .32 Rimfire Revolver, a firearm notable for its involvement in a patent dispute with Smith & Wesson. The description details Pond's original hinged-frame design, its infringement on Rollin White's bored-through cylinder patent, and the subsequent forced turnover of over 4,000 units to S&W. These confiscated revolvers were marked 'Manufactured for Smith & Wesson' and resold. The video also briefly touches on Pond's later, less successful attempt at an alternative design using removable chambers to circumvent the patent.
This video features a Merwin & Bray .42 Caliber Cupfire Revolver, a historical firearm designed to circumvent the Rollin White patent. The description highlights its cupfire system, which is technically similar to rimfire but uses a hollow cup at the base of the cartridge for priming. This design allows for front-loading of the cylinder and firing via a hammer striking through a rear aperture. The video focuses on this specific .42 caliber example, noting that while the case diameter is .42, the projectile is actually .39 caliber. The description also mentions other calibers this model was produced in (.28 and .30).
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