Confederate Whitworth Sniper: Hexagonal Bullets in 1860
This video delves into the historical significance and unique engineering of the Confederate Whitworth sniper rifle. It highlights Sir Joseph Whitworth's innovative hexagonal bore design and mechanically fitted bullets, which resulted in exceptional accuracy for its time. The description notes the rifle's high cost prevented widespread military adoption but details its limited but effective use by Confederate sharpshooters during the Civil War, particularly against Union artillery crews. The video also discusses the rarity of surviving examples and the process of restoring a specimen with period-correct telescopic sights.












