This video delves into the Schouboe Model 1916, the final prototype iteration of the Danish pistol. It builds upon the 1910 pattern, incorporating changes such as a non-telescoping slide and an aggressive steel grip with front and back strap checkering. The presenter discusses the enigmatic serial number of the featured example, which falls within the range of known 1910 models, raising questions about production sequencing and potential backtracking to older designs or assembly methods.
This video delves into the history and technical aspects of the Danish 1865/97 Pinfire Conversion Revolver. Initially adopted in 1865 as a pinfire model when percussion firearms were still prevalent, this 6-shot solid-frame revolver served for decades. In 1897, it underwent a significant conversion to fire modern centerfire ammunition. The description highlights unusual features like a manual safety and the unique metal-jacketed, wood-cored centerfire projectile used, which was also employed in Schouboe automatic pistols. The converted revolvers remained in service until the end of World War II.
This video explores the Schouboe Model 1903 pistol, highlighting its design by Jens Schouboe prior to his .45 caliber adaptation for US Army trials. The pistol is described as a blowback-action, hammer-fired firearm, notable for its ease of field stripping, reliability, and quality construction. Despite its merits, it did not achieve significant market success. A unique feature discussed is a secondary magazine latch location that functions as a disconnect, allowing for single shots with a magazine held in reserve.
This video explores the Schouboe Prototype .45 Pistols, notably those that competed in the 1907 US Army pistol trials. Designed by Jens Schouboe, also known for the Madsen machine gun, these pistols featured a simple blowback design chambered in .45 caliber. They utilized a unique, lightweight, high-velocity cartridge (63 grains at 1600fps) which led to their rejection by the Army, who favored the .45 ACP cartridge. The video highlights the pistols' remarkably simple disassembly. Two examples are shown: a standard version with metal grips and a fancy gold-inlaid model intended for the President of Uruguay.
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