Videos tagged with Type 26

This video explores Japan's first military revolver, the Smith & Wesson No. 3, chambered in .44 Russian. It details how the opening of Japan by Commodore Perry in 1853 led to significant firearm imports and eventual adoption of handguns by the Imperial Army and Navy. The S&W No. 3 was the first standard sidearm, with Japan importing around 17,000 units between 1878 and 1908, including various models like the Russian and Frontier. The video also touches on Japan's subsequent development of its own top-break revolver, the Type 26, influenced by their positive experience with the S&W No. 3.

This video features a shooting demonstration of a Japanese Type 26 Revolver. The content focuses on the firearm itself, likely showcasing its operation and handling. The provided hashtags indicate a focus on collectible firearms and revolvers from around the world.

This video showcases and shoots three of the most common handguns used by the Japanese military during World War II. The featured firearms are the Type 26 Revolver, the Type 14 Nambu pistol, and the Type 94 Nambu pistol. The content focuses on demonstrating these historical firearms in a shooting context, offering viewers a look at their operation and performance.

This WWI Primer documentary from C&Rsenal delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Japanese Revolver Type 26. Presented by Othais and Mae, the video is part of a series honoring the centennial anniversary of World War I, covering firearms of the conflict. Additional resources include a recommended book on Japanese military handguns and collaborations with The Great War channel.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Japanese Type 26 revolver, a double-action-only firearm introduced in 1893 to replace the Smith & Wesson No. 3 in Japanese military service. The review covers its historical context, comparisons to contemporary revolvers like the Nagant and Enfield, its 9x22mm cartridge, and its service through WWII. The presenter discusses the firearm's handling, including its trigger pull and a unique cylinder indexing mechanism that could theoretically lead to safety issues. Despite its lack of power and innovation, the Type 26 is deemed a reliable and effective combat sidearm, with the primary drawback being the scarcity of its ammunition.