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North & Skinner Wedge-Lock Revolving Rifle

North & Skinner Wedge-Lock Revolving Rifle

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Published on March 25, 2019
Duration: 11:30

This video delves into the history and mechanics of the North & Skinner Wedge-Lock Revolving Rifle, patented in 1852. Approximately 700 of these unique firearms were produced by 1856. The design features a sophisticated wedge system for sealing the cylinder gap during firing, which also operates the indexing and cocking mechanisms. Manufactured by North & Savage in Connecticut, the company has roots stretching back to an earlier partnership formed for military pistol production. The description notes an improved 1856 patent that replaced the wedge with a toggle link, forming the basis for the "Figure 8" revolvers, and that the revolving rifle design was eventually discontinued in favor of more popular handguns.

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