Videos tagged with Revolving Rifle

This video delves into the history and specifications of the Colt Model 1839 Paterson Revolving Rifle. It highlights the improvements made over the earlier 1837 model, focusing on its increased robustness and power. The description details the rifle's six .525" chambers and significant powder capacity. It also provides context on the limited production run (around 950 units) and its military sales to the US War Department, Republic of Texas, and Rhode Island. Despite its advancements, the 1839 model was not ultimately successful enough to sustain Colt's Paterson factory.

This video from Forgotten Weapons examines the Daniels Seven-Shot Smoothbore Turret Musket, a rare revolving firearm patented in 1838 by Charles and Henry Daniels and manufactured by C.B. Allen. Despite its unique design, this smoothbore weapon, approximately .55 caliber, was not commercially successful, with only about 50 units produced. The description highlights that similar turret rifle designs also failed to gain market traction. The video also points to C.B. Allen's involvement in manufacturing other firearms like the Elgin cutlass pistols and Cochran turret rifles.

This video features a range test of a .36 caliber Colt Model 1855 revolving rifle. Despite acknowledging sub-par video quality concerning framing and audio, the creator chose to release the footage as a bonus Sunday video rather than discard it. The video focuses on the experience of shooting this historical firearm, with apologies for technical limitations and the omission of a loading sequence.

This video delves into the history and mechanics of the North & Skinner Wedge-Lock Revolving Rifle, patented in 1852. Approximately 700 of these unique firearms were produced by 1856. The design features a sophisticated wedge system for sealing the cylinder gap during firing, which also operates the indexing and cocking mechanisms. Manufactured by North & Savage in Connecticut, the company has roots stretching back to an earlier partnership formed for military pistol production. The description notes an improved 1856 patent that replaced the wedge with a toggle link, forming the basis for the "Figure 8" revolvers, and that the revolving rifle design was eventually discontinued in favor of more popular handguns.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Miller Pill-Lock Revolving Rifle, an intermediate revolving firearm designed by John and James Miller. It predates Sam Colt's hammer-indexed cylinders, requiring manual rotation between shots. The rifle utilizes a unique pill lock ignition system where a mercury fulminate pill is crushed by the hammer to ignite the charge. Only a few hundred were produced between 1835 and 1850, with Billinghurst being a notable gunsmith involved in their construction. The description also mentions links to Patreon and merchandise.

This video delves into the Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle, a rare and collectible firearm with a limited production run of less than a thousand units. The description highlights its design, which was based on the popular No. 3 revolver action, and its available barrel lengths (16-, 18-, and 20-inch). A key point of discussion is the inherent design flaw common to most revolving rifles: the cylinder gap, which can spray hot gas and lead particles onto the shooter's forearm when using a fore-end grip. The video also mentions the detachable shoulder stock.

This GOG TV segment from 2012 showcases the Rossi Circuit Judge Revolving Rifle, chambered in both .22LR and .22 Magnum. The video, presented by Gallery of Guns, highlights this unique firearm which combines features of a revolver and a rifle. Interested viewers can get an instant quote via a provided link.

This YouTube video segment from GalleryofGuns.com, likely from their 2012 TV show, features a "Cool To Own" look at the Rossi Circuit Judge Revolving Rifle. The description highlights its ability to chamber both .45 Long Colt (.45LC) and .410 shotshells (410M), showcasing its versatility. A direct link is provided for viewers to get an instant quote on the firearm, indicating a strong sales or promotional angle for the product and GalleryofGuns.com.