This video showcases the Howard's Thunderbolt, a remarkably compact single-shot lever-action firearm designed by the Howard brothers and patented in 1862. Produced by Whitneyville Armory between 1866 and 1870, it was offered in rifle, sporting rifle, and shotgun configurations. The rifle variant, like the one presented, is chambered in .44 Rimfire. The description mentions an unsuccessful US military prototype test in 1867, and a total production of no more than 1700 units. The video highlights the unique tubular design, emphasizing its compact nature.
This video delves into the historical development of the Colt 1848 Dragoon revolver. It traces Colt's early struggles with the Paterson model and his subsequent collaboration with Captain Samuel Walker to create the more robust Walker revolver. The video highlights how the Walker's success, fueled by a US military order, provided the capital and tooling for Colt to establish his own manufacturing in Hartford, Connecticut. It details the modifications made to the Walker pattern to create the Dragoon, focusing on a shorter, lighter frame, reduced powder charge, and improved loading lever retention. The presenter will examine all three main variations of the Dragoon, along with a rare long-barreled version and one fitted with an original shoulder stock.
This video delves into the history and features of the Whitney-Kennedy lever action rifle, produced by the Whitneyville Armory under Eli Whitney Jr. The description highlights the rifle's unique serpentine operating lever, which was later replaced with a more traditional design. Approximately 23,500 of these rifles and carbines were manufactured between 1880 and 1886, based on an action designed by Andrew Burgess. The video likely provides a detailed look at this historically significant firearm.
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