This video explores the Civil War Smith Carbine, a unique breechloading firearm patented by Gilbert Smith. It details the carbine's development, military contracts, and a total delivery of over 31,000 units. The video highlights the Smith's break-action design and its distinctive rubber cartridges, noting that ignition was provided by a separate primer. The obturation system using the rubber cartridge is discussed as being reliable, and the carbine generally received positive feedback from cavalry units that utilized it in combat.
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