Videos tagged with Savage 1907

This video explores the historical significance of the Savage 1915 pistol, highlighting its status as a striker-fired, double-stack firearm that predates the Glock by 70 years. It details the pistol's lineage as a variant of the Savage 1907, which competed against the Colt 1911 for military trials. Although the Savage lost the contract due to reliability issues in the torture test, it was later adapted for military and civilian use. The 1915 model is noted as the rarest variant, produced for only two years before being redesigned as the 1917. The content emphasizes the firearm's unique place in early 20th-century firearm development.

This video features a Savage Model 1915 pistol being used in a monthly BUG (Back Up Gun) match. The description highlights the history of the Savage Model 1907 and its successor, the 1915, emphasizing their intended use as simple, effective pocket pistols for personal protection and home defense. The presenter aims to test historical claims about the pistol's performance, referencing personalities like Buffalo Bill Cody and Sheriff Bat Masterson who endorsed the earlier model. The video also links to other content on Savage pistol development and Savage .45 pistols, suggesting a broader historical firearms focus.

This video clip focuses on Savage's "Locked" Blowback System, offering a quick review of facts or factoids derived from more in-depth episodes. It directs viewers to support the creator via Patreon or SubscribeStar, and to purchase merchandise from their shop. A link to a full-length episode on the French Savage 1907 Pistol is also provided, along with contact information.

This video takes viewers into the vault of Rock Island Auction Company, featuring a historical look at two significant pistols from the early 20th century: the Colt Model 1905 and the Savage 1907. Hosted by Brownells Gun Techs Steve Ostrem and Keith, the segment highlights these firearms' roles in the 1907 U.S. Army trials that ultimately led to the adoption of the M1911. The Colt 1905 is presented as an early iteration of the classic 1911 design, while two Savage 1907 pistols in .45 ACP are showcased, including a restored example and one with original patina, contrasting with the more common commercial .32 ACP models. The comparison implicitly favors the Colt's eventual success in Army adoption.

This YouTube video segment focuses on the French contract U.S. Savage 1907 pistol. The description indicates it's a portion of a larger "Primer episode" and encourages viewers to check out the full content. The creator also provides links for supporting their channel through Patreon and SubscribeStar, as well as a link to their merchandise store.

This TFBTV video showcases the Savage 1907 semi-automatic pistol, highlighting its historical popularity and impressive 10-round capacity for its era. The video features shooting footage of the compact handgun, emphasizing its performance and interesting design. Support for Proxibid and Ventura Munitions is acknowledged, along with an invitation to support TFBTV on Patreon.

This video, extracted from a WWI Primer series, provides a detailed explanation of how the Savage 1907 pistol functions. It highlights its key operating mechanisms, including its single-action trigger, strike-fired action with a false hammer, and double-stack magazine capacity. The content is presented in a way that educates viewers on the internal workings of this historical firearm.

This video provides a field stripping guide for the historic Savage 1907 semi-automatic pistol. The description highlights the pistol's significance as an early and innovative handgun, noting its use for personal protection and its service with France during World War I. It also touches on Savage's rise to prominence with this model. The video thanks Ventura Munitions for their support and encourages viewers to check out the TFBTV Patreon page.

This video provides a general overview of Savage automatic pistols, focusing on the Model 1907, 1915, and 1917. It delves into the development timeline, explores the differences between these models, and discusses their .32 and .380 caliber offerings. The content also touches upon Savage's advertising and the basic disassembly process, clarifying design features like the absence of external hammers and variations in frame shapes.

This video features a range test of the Savage 1907 pistol chambered in .45 ACP, a contender in the 1907 US military sidearm trials. The description details the pistol's performance compared to the eventual winner, the Colt/Browning Model 1911. The reviewer notes the Savage's larger size, more recoil, stiffer trigger, and less ergonomic controls, concluding it was inferior to the 1911 in its original form but acknowledges potential for refinement. The video highlights the historical context of the trials and the performance of various prominent pistols of the era.