I think this is the only video on UA-cam of a Bullard rifle shooting. Thank you for keeping the story and memory alive of a long forgotten piece of Americana
Amazing that an old rifle like that is still around and still working. It's sad that these don't have parts you can get now days. Thank you for showing us this rifle.
I've been told they are the smoothest lever rifles ever produced and only seen them in pictures. Thanks for letting me see the mechanism and seeing it shoot!
Rack and pinion , no ring gear. I’ve always thought their single shot rifles were one of the very best but have not had my hands on their levers, absolutely extraordinary! Great video!
She's a beauty, Mark. Looks like a mighty fine shooter indeed. Innovative design with the bolt not having to cock the hammer on a lever gun. I'd never seen one before.
Thanks for shining the light on this beautiful leaver action. I haven't looked into them or heard of them until one of our twice yearly auctions here in Victoria Australia last week. 4 examples came up for auction and I took notes to do some further research. All sold for... in AUD... condition g, g, g, f to g Large frame #394 C.1886 40-75 $7,000 Small frame #1791 C.1870 38-45 $5,500 Large frame #845 C.1887 45-85 $6,500 Large frame #585 C.1885 40-75 $4,200
I am not necessarily a gun enthusiast but do like viewing different mechanical devices of which this rifle is unique, and the smoothness of this rifle is an attribute to its craftsmanship.
I saw a Bullard about 20 years ago in a museum, it was a wonderful looking rifle. I've never seen another one since or even recall seeing one online for sale.
Thank you Sir, for showcasing this engineering marvel. I have the good fortune of possessing a single shot chambered in .32-40 Bullard. And yes, the action is unbelievably effortless and smooth. Except for the carrier mechanism the action is very similar. Thanks again for what you do. Best Regards...Doc
First closeup and I could tell that the workmanship on the Bullard is far superior than other level action rifles. I honestly have never seen one of had heard of Bullard! Thank you!
I remember handling a Bullard and inspecting one at a gunshow in the 1970s and yes it felt like it was higher quality. Thanks Mark for showing us the insides to the action. I think that l would most likely have to make a form tool set for machining the gear section; that way the form would be done at one time.
Wow, what a privilege to be able to shoot a high condition Bullard! Ive got about a half dozen old Bullard cartridges but Ive never shot a Bullard rifle before. Interestingly enough my old Whitney Kennedy rifle has to be loaded with the action open although it does have a side loading gate. Great video!
What a joy it is to watch your video. I enjoyed your witticisms that are tied within your comments on this rifle. I’ve never seen this particular lever action before, until I came across your video. Thank you for taking the time to share it. * Happy shooting! 😁👍🇺🇸
Thanks for a great presentation of a fascinating old rifle! As a retired Cowboy Action shooter I appreciate learning about some of the more obscure guns of this time period.
Awesome beautiful Rifel. It is sad that some companies don't make a lever action just like that in today's world. I would love to own one. Thumbs up to your video and choice for the video this time. Stay well & safe.
First time I’ve run into your channel. First time I’ve ever heard of a Bullard lever gun. Gotta say I’m pleasantly surprised by both. That rifle sure is a nice one.
Wow what a cool rifle. I have never seen one before. Congratulations on adding it to your collection. Can't wait to see more of this rifle on your channel.
Thanks for making a video on the Bullard I have never seen one shot before I’ve seen pictures of them and never you never knew about the working mechanics on it that is a very interesting rifle.
Thank you for the information. Don’t know if I have ever heard of the Bullard lever action rifle. I know I have never seen inside one before. Thanks again.
Awesome Video Mark! I watched it twice. I have handled one of the Bullards before, but never had the chance to look inside or fire one! Glad you made the video, and took the side cover off. Wow, how neat! Thank you for making this video, and keep up the great work your doing! Dave
Great rife and review. I agree, for I would hunt with it also. I love my levers, and most everything else, for the levers give me a great Western feeling living here in Colorado.
Thank you for this. I've never seen a review on a Bullard before. Also didn't know it could be "ghost loaded". Absolutely love the Bullard ever since I first found out about them many many years ago.
Hello from Australia, found your channel today, my goodness that’s awesome country out there, amazing backdrop of land. That rifle is an masterpiece of American know how. 🇦🇺🇺🇸👍
Thank's for sharing all the info in the Bullard Lever Rifle, I have never seen one either in person, magazines, pictures or videos. Very interesting action. More complicated than the John Browning BLR action ! Thanks again for sharing, enjoyed learning about this Bullard Lever Action Rifle.
Wow, informative, educational, instructive, and entertaining! That is a beautiful work of functional sculpture! I love the way that rifle shoots! Thanks for sharing that beautiful rifle!
Have to admit that I had never heard of the Bullard. I'm 78 years old and grew up with guns and owned my first gun at age 7. (a 1898 Winchester single shot .22 shorty) Had a .30 caliber 1876? model Winchester and 12 gauge Union shotgun (single shot) but the Bullard is a "new one" on me. Sounds lovely to me must be that bigger caliber shell. Thanks for the instruction.
Howdy Mark THANKS A LOT for demonstrating this fascinating rifle! An “elevator” or “carrier” action for 45-70 sure seems to dispel lots of myths! It would be wonderful to see all the action components laid out!! 🥴! Thanks again!
I've heard about the Bullard Rifle, but haven't seen one until now. Thanks for posting this video! Absolutely great and very informative. Happy Holidays ya'll!
First time at this site. Very well done Sir. Am a retired military collector now the mission will be to find and take care of one of these great guns. Thank you and great video.
Wow Mark! I have heard ofthe Bullard and even seen a picture but never saw one much less somebody shooting one. I think that would make a mighty fine deer rifle for this year. Thanks for the great video and adding to my knowledge base. I figure I might know as much as you if I keep hard at the learning for a hundred years or so.
Like a typical guy I was thinking about only traditional lever action brands like Winchester,Henry,Marlin, maybe Browning but.. Bullard! Thanks for sharing!
With such an innovative design (especially for the 1880's) I'm surprised someone hasn't re-created this design and action. Thanks for the great video, I'll be watching future installments of your channel.........
I've been competing in Cowboy Action Shooting for twenty years. Most competitors use 1873 (and 1866) Winchester clones by Uberti. There's replacement links that are configured to reduce the travel needed to cycle the action, resulting in a very fast cycling rate. There's also a lot of us who use 1894 Marlins, which have naturally smooth and quick actions. I've never seen a Bullard, but I would wager that Pietta, and Chiappa, who supply most of the colt clone rifles and pistols would be Extremely interested in the Bullard design, to the point that they'd be amenable to considering reproducing the design. I'm going to send this video to Alesandro Pietta, whom I shoot with, who's family owns Pietta Firearms in Italy. Thanks for showing us that awesome Bullard rifle!
Such a nice presentation. To the point with out all the bs. Are there any equivalent actions and loading leaver actions being made. Nice kit and good shooting too. Thanks. 🇦🇺🦘👍
Always enjoy your videos sir. You have a way of explaining stuff that even a o’l country boy from Texas can learn lol. Thanks again I’ve never even heard of that rifle but I like it a lot.
I had only heard about this gun infrequently. Glad to be able to watch your highly informative video. Hope to be able to see more in the future about this gun. Thank you and keep up the good work!
1880's technology manufacturing created great difficulties to manufacture a firearm of this type, but today, companies like Pedersoli, or Uberti could produce a piece like this in the wink of an eye, with ease and financially viable.
I have 3, 1 small frame, 1 large frame and a single shot. As a descendent of James bullard it warms my heart to watch this video.
I have 1 small frame.
My family's name is Bullard and family members always inventing things ( me too). I wish we could write because our families must be related.
I think this is the only video on UA-cam of a Bullard rifle shooting. Thank you for keeping the story and memory alive of a long forgotten piece of Americana
they are out there buy one lol
@ lol I don’t got Bullard money.
I’ve been in the retail firearms business for 40 years and have never seen or even heard about this repeater.
Learn something new every day.
Thank You
Awesome.
Amazing that an old rifle like that is still around and still working. It's sad that these don't have parts you can get now days.
Thank you for showing us this rifle.
I've been told they are the smoothest lever rifles ever produced and only seen them in pictures. Thanks for letting me see the mechanism and seeing it shoot!
Rack and pinion , no ring gear. I’ve always thought their single shot rifles were one of the very best but have not had my hands on their levers, absolutely extraordinary! Great video!
She's a beauty, Mark. Looks like a mighty fine shooter indeed. Innovative design with the bolt not having to cock the hammer on a lever gun. I'd never seen one before.
Got to love those older weapons .
Great vid. Only saw a couple of those in my 68 yrs. Top notch iron.
Hi,
I had never heard of this levergun before. Thx again for this very interesting video 👍👍
Thanks for shining the light on this beautiful leaver action. I haven't looked into them or heard of them until one of our twice yearly auctions here in Victoria Australia last week.
4 examples came up for auction and I took notes to do some further research.
All sold for... in AUD... condition g, g, g, f to g
Large frame #394 C.1886 40-75 $7,000
Small frame #1791 C.1870 38-45 $5,500
Large frame #845 C.1887 45-85 $6,500
Large frame #585 C.1885 40-75 $4,200
Thanks for posting these results, was curious what they would go for. What did the engraved marlin 1881 go for?
@troyandskyelar9588 that's a beautiful rifle, C.1896, 45-70, 28" octagonal barrel, sale price $3,200 AUD
Wow!
I am not necessarily a gun enthusiast but do like viewing different mechanical devices of which this rifle is unique, and the smoothness of this rifle is an attribute to its craftsmanship.
What a neat old rifle, thanks for sharing it with us Mark! Have a great day!
ONE of the Best Rifles ever made in the World without DOUBT!!!!!!
I saw a Bullard about 20 years ago in a museum, it was a wonderful looking rifle. I've never seen another one since or even recall seeing one online for sale.
You always manage to get your hands on the nicest firearms, Mark. Turns me a little green! Lol
Excellent demonstration. I’ve got an 1894. Probably everybody does that watches this channel.
Thank you Sir, for showcasing this engineering marvel. I have the good fortune of possessing a single shot chambered in .32-40 Bullard. And yes, the action is unbelievably effortless and smooth. Except for the carrier mechanism the action is very similar. Thanks again for what you do. Best Regards...Doc
First closeup and I could tell that the workmanship on the Bullard is far superior than other level action rifles. I honestly have never seen one of had heard of Bullard! Thank you!
I remember handling a Bullard and inspecting one at a gunshow in the 1970s and yes it felt like it was higher quality. Thanks Mark for showing us the insides to the action. I think that l would most likely have to make a form tool set for machining the gear section; that way the form would be done at one time.
That’s a wonderful old rifle
I wonder what one of those cost back in the day? A lot I'll bet.
Absolutely beautiful piece of history!👍🏽😀❤️🇺🇸
Wow, what a privilege to be able to shoot a high condition Bullard! Ive got about a half dozen old Bullard cartridges but Ive never shot a Bullard rifle before.
Interestingly enough my old Whitney Kennedy rifle has to be loaded with the action open although it does have a side loading gate.
Great video!
What a joy it is to watch your video. I enjoyed your witticisms that are tied within your comments on this rifle. I’ve never seen this particular lever action before, until I came across your video. Thank you for taking the time to share it.
* Happy shooting! 😁👍🇺🇸
That is a real Jim dandy rifle I have not seen one before. Thank you for sharing that fine level action rifle with us!
A working work of art! Thanks for the share!!
Thanks for a great presentation of a fascinating old rifle! As a retired Cowboy Action shooter I appreciate learning about some of the more obscure guns of this time period.
Just watching you run that from the standing position; you can SEEEEEE how smooth it is!!! I am jelly!!!!!!!!
That's a real beauty. Leverguns, may they never go out of style or production.
thank you i love the old stuff.........
Knew these rifles were made. But learning the fine details and history is a real treat. Thank You Good Sir
Awesome beautiful Rifel. It is sad that some companies don't make a lever action just like that in today's world. I would love to own one. Thumbs up to your video and choice for the video this time. Stay well & safe.
First time I’ve run into your channel.
First time I’ve ever heard of a Bullard lever gun.
Gotta say I’m pleasantly surprised by both. That rifle sure is a nice one.
That's a brilliant piece of engineering. Thanks for showing us this one Mark
What a wonderful piece of engineering!
I always wondered why a gear system wasn't ever implemented on early lever guns. Very cool to see it on display in this video
Wow what a cool rifle. I have never seen one before. Congratulations on adding it to your collection. Can't wait to see more of this rifle on your channel.
Great presentation on a rifle that, previously, I knew very little about.
Glorious episode and amazing backdrop on that wide shot.
Without a doubt, great craftsmanship deserves great recognition. You're a very lucky man to get your hands on that beauty (I'm jealous).
Thanks for making a video on the Bullard I have never seen one shot before I’ve seen pictures of them and never you never knew about the working mechanics on it that is a very interesting rifle.
Thank you for the information. Don’t know if I have ever heard of the Bullard lever action rifle. I know I have never seen inside one before. Thanks again.
What a beautiful rifle! I always immensely enjoy your videos. Please keep 'em coming.
Good, thx & congrats for landing ownership of such a fine rifle.
Thanks for sharing the experience of shooting this interesting antique rifle. I had not heard of Bullard rifles before.
Thank you for letting us see the 'works' on the inside. What a piece of art!
Beautiful firearm! The Lamborghini of lever guns huh. Can't believe your channel hasn't been recommended to me before now? Definitely got my sub.
Amazing ! very unusual action .Quality weapon . Nice video !
I enjoyed seeing how happy this rifle made you. Great content, thank you for what you do.
Thank you for introducing me to this beauty. Learned something new today!
Thanks, would like to see more of the whole rifle, barrel transition, muzzle and front sights.
Big fan of lever guns!
Beautiful gun, but really superb and captivating presentation by someone I could listen to all day !
Well partner never heard of this rifle. The designer fixed my worst gripe with levers, cycling a round. Great talk. Thanks.
Sweet rifle-and once again I am envious as hell!
That was exciting and a beautiful mechanism. You're a very kind man to share the experience, sir. Best of health. - Ev
Awesome Video Mark! I watched it twice. I have handled one of the Bullards before, but never had the chance to look inside or fire one! Glad you made the video, and took the side cover off. Wow, how neat! Thank you for making this video, and keep up the great work your doing! Dave
Great rife and review. I agree, for I would hunt with it also. I love my levers, and most everything else, for the levers give me a great Western feeling living here in Colorado.
I can’t believe I forgot about your channel. You do an amazing job at make relaxed and informative videos.
I gotta thank YT for putting this neat video in front of me to enjoy. Thanks for posting.
Very nice. I remember hearing or seeing or reading the Bullard name in firearms and didn't know what it was until now. That is a beautiful rifle.
Thank you for this. I've never seen a review on a Bullard before. Also didn't know it could be "ghost loaded". Absolutely love the Bullard ever since I first found out about them many many years ago.
That’s the prettiest rifle I never seen before! Thank for sharing!
First time viewing your channel ... Very nice presentation of a rare gem. I have always loved lever guns and anything Old West. Thanks & God bless
Hello from Australia, found your channel today, my goodness that’s awesome country out there, amazing backdrop of land. That rifle is an masterpiece of American know how. 🇦🇺🇺🇸👍
I always enjoy watching your videos, please keep them coming !!!!!
Awesome, I can’t wait to watch you hunt with that Rifle!
I’m glad to finally see a videos on one of these beauty’s I’ve only seen a handful of pictures
Thank you for sharing the things you do! Awesome channel!
That is awesome . I'm glad to hear that you're going to have more shooting with it 🤠
That's pretty cool, never heard of a Bullard rifle, wonder how many got picked out of old closets, from someone who hadnt a clue what it was.
Thank's for sharing all the info in the Bullard Lever Rifle, I have never seen one either in person, magazines, pictures or videos. Very interesting action. More complicated than the John Browning BLR action ! Thanks again for sharing, enjoyed learning about this Bullard Lever Action Rifle.
Wow, informative, educational, instructive, and entertaining!
That is a beautiful work of functional sculpture!
I love the way that rifle shoots!
Thanks for sharing that beautiful rifle!
Have to admit that I had never heard of the Bullard. I'm 78 years old and grew up with guns and owned my first gun at age 7. (a 1898 Winchester single shot .22 shorty) Had a .30 caliber 1876? model Winchester and 12 gauge Union shotgun (single shot) but the Bullard is a "new one" on me. Sounds lovely to me must be that bigger caliber shell. Thanks for the instruction.
Thank you for posting, had never heard of this rifle before, and boy is it massive....
Great rifles! They're very similar in size to the 1876 Winchesters and Large Frame Colt Lightnings.
Howdy Mark THANKS A LOT for demonstrating this fascinating rifle! An “elevator” or “carrier” action for 45-70 sure seems to dispel lots of myths! It would be wonderful to see all the action components laid out!! 🥴! Thanks again!
Thanks for another great video and the laugh at the end. Looking forward to future videos on the rifle.
I've heard about the Bullard Rifle, but haven't seen one until now. Thanks for posting this video! Absolutely great and very informative. Happy Holidays ya'll!
Mark Beautiful Rifle, Thanks for sharing!!
First time at this site. Very well done Sir. Am a retired military collector now the mission will be to find and take care of one of these great guns. Thank you and great video.
Wow Mark! I have heard ofthe Bullard and even seen a picture but never saw one much less somebody shooting one. I think that would make a mighty fine deer rifle for this year. Thanks for the great video and adding to my knowledge base. I figure I might know as much as you if I keep hard at the learning for a hundred years or so.
Came across this by chance. What a great guy and awesome firearm. God bless you sir and happy trails, from the UK! ☺️
I would love to see some reproductions of that beautiful rifle. Im sure it would be expensive to produce but I would buy it.
The closest thing I know of is Brownings BLR and Henry's long ranger. They use a similar system with the rack and pinion.
Excellent video on a rare rifle of the Old West. Thank you. I have seen pictures of a few, never seen one in person. Well done.
Beautiful rifle. Would love to own something that fine. Thanks for sharing.
Like a typical guy I was thinking about only traditional lever action brands like Winchester,Henry,Marlin, maybe Browning but.. Bullard! Thanks for sharing!
Hadn't heard of these before. Thanks for the education.
With such an innovative design (especially for the 1880's) I'm surprised someone hasn't re-created this design and action. Thanks for the great video, I'll be watching future installments of your channel.........
Seriously!
Fascinating rifle. Very impressive. Wish Pedersoli or Miroku would make a replica. I’d buy one.
Very interesting, a great rifle!, thanks for making this video.
magnificent rifle, thankyou for sharing
The rifle is absolutely great . It's accuracy with open sight is like a magic ! Congratulations 👏👏👏
I've been competing in Cowboy Action Shooting for twenty years. Most competitors use 1873 (and 1866) Winchester clones by Uberti. There's replacement links that are configured to reduce the travel needed to cycle the action, resulting in a very fast cycling rate. There's also a lot of us who use 1894 Marlins, which have naturally smooth and quick actions. I've never seen a Bullard, but I would wager that Pietta, and Chiappa, who supply most of the colt clone rifles and pistols would be Extremely interested in the Bullard design, to the point that they'd be amenable to considering reproducing the design. I'm going to send this video to Alesandro Pietta, whom I shoot with, who's family owns Pietta Firearms in Italy. Thanks for showing us that awesome Bullard rifle!
I did not know that rifle existed. I'm glad I watched this video.
Beautiful gun, beautiful country. Currently living in Florida, scenes like this really make me homesick for the west.
Such a nice presentation. To the point with out all the bs.
Are there any equivalent actions and loading leaver actions being made.
Nice kit and good shooting too.
Thanks.
🇦🇺🦘👍
Always enjoy your videos sir. You have a way of explaining stuff that even a o’l country boy from Texas can learn lol. Thanks again I’ve never even heard of that rifle but I like it a lot.
Never heard tell of the Bullard. What a beautiful piece of work! Just subbed.
It is surely a miracle that old rifle is in such good condition. Thanks for the video keep on keeping on.
Thanks for showing us this firearm! I had only heard
I had only heard about this gun infrequently. Glad to be able to watch your highly informative video. Hope to be able to see more in the future about this gun. Thank you and keep up the good work!
1880's technology manufacturing created great difficulties to manufacture a firearm of this type, but today, companies like Pedersoli, or Uberti could produce a piece like this in the wink of an eye, with ease and financially viable.
Fascinating video, thank you. (I was completely ignorant of the Bullard lever action).