Rupertus Pepperbox: A Sophisticated 8-Shot Rimfire Pocket Gun
This video focuses on the Rupertus Pepperbox, an 8-shot, .22 rimfire pocket pistol patented in 1864 by Jacob Rupertus. The description highlights its compact civilian design, sophisticated engineering, and a unique rotary loading port that enhances safety and prevents jams. Approximately 3,000 of these well-made guns were produced in the mid to late 1860s. The video appears to be from a firearms history channel, offering insights into historical firearms.












