Thanks for the show.👍 Though long retired, I operated a one man gunsmith business for 30 years. I specialized in older weapons, and was on contract with a museum of a university, and a couple public museums as well. With about 50 regular customers, many of which were collectors. One brought me a 41 Thunderer in very poor condition, with parts missing. He wanted it fully restored to firing condition. This was well before the internet, and parts were found from Numerich Arms, Dixie Gun Works, and a few made in my shop. Eight months later, I handed him his weapon. It was by far, the most challenging handgun restoration/repair I have ever done. And right then and there, I swore I'd never touch that model Colt again!😆
My Great Great Grandfather was Sheriff of Marin County California in the 1890's. I am the current custodian of his service pistol...a Colt lightning with nickel finish and a 2 1/2 in barrel. I've been told he carried it in his vest pocket.
I had a chance ten or so years ago to buy a Colt 1878, a stronger version of the 1877, it had, as I recall, a 7 1/2 inch barrel. The barrels are interchangeable with 1873 barrels.
Very nice, Mark. Glad to see you back at that magnificent ranch! For what it's worth, it was the testimony from Pat Garrett that puts a Colt .41 "self-cocker" in Billy the Kid's hand at the moment he was shot. While not as sure of the veracity, it is said that Garrett auctioned the revolver sometime later in Lincoln. Sad that he didn't record a serial number!
@@joelmclamore1898 They make those in India (Mark iV in 32S&W), but they don't export them. I always say I wish someone would make top breaks like the old S&W safety hamerless or Iver johnson safety automatics, but in 38 special. It would be really slick with moon clips
I also have one of each and they both seem to function properly both single & double action, however, since I knew they were so finicky and needed to be worked on quite a bit, I've opted not to shoot mine ... at least at this time. Great video. Keep 'em coming.
Anybody who doesn’t believe in God wasn’t looking behind you during that video. Some of his greatest handiwork was the landscape. Thanks for the video on a couple of firearms I have very little knowledge of.
Yep.Originally heeled, but in 1890 they changed to a smaller inside lubed non-heeled bullet. Which explains the reputation for poor accuracy with the 41LC.
Thanks Jeff! I do enjoy most of the comments, but I do see some doozies at times. Thanks for watching. I consider it an honor when fellow gunsmiths spend some of your precious time watching my home videos.
Thanks for the show.👍
Though long retired, I operated a one man gunsmith business for 30 years. I specialized in older weapons, and was on contract with a museum of a university, and a couple public museums as well. With about 50 regular customers, many of which were collectors. One brought me a 41 Thunderer in very poor condition, with parts missing. He wanted it fully restored to firing condition. This was well before the internet, and parts were found from Numerich Arms, Dixie Gun Works, and a few made in my shop. Eight months later, I handed him his weapon. It was by far, the most challenging handgun restoration/repair I have ever done. And right then and there, I swore I'd never touch that model Colt again!😆
Good to see you at the Ranch
Love the views there at the Cinnabar.
Thank you Mark it's always nice to see you and the beautiful scenery at the ranch, having fun with those dandy old guns.
My Great Great Grandfather was Sheriff of Marin County California in the 1890's. I am the current custodian of his service pistol...a Colt lightning with nickel finish and a 2 1/2 in barrel. I've been told he carried it in his vest pocket.
Thank you for sharing! Beautiful pistols!👍🏽😀❤️🇺🇸
So happy for you and your family Mark🙌 glad your able to spread your time in both places! Enjoy your videos on Winchesters!
A little hitch in the giddy up, there 🤣 Howdy from Scotland. Good to see you happy to be back in the Cinnabar.
There’s no place like home. Good video, looking forward to more videos. God bless.
Thank you Mark.
I had a chance ten or so years ago to buy a Colt 1878, a stronger version of the 1877, it had, as I recall, a 7 1/2 inch barrel. The barrels are interchangeable with 1873 barrels.
Mark, great episode!!!
I seen some of those at the gun show yesterday one was a early model with a one piece hard rubber grip that wasn’t made very long
Happy to see the ranch again and glad to hear that you will be sharing time between the ranch and Cody.
Very nice, Mark. Glad to see you back at that magnificent ranch! For what it's worth, it was the testimony from Pat Garrett that puts a Colt .41 "self-cocker" in Billy the Kid's hand at the moment he was shot. While not as sure of the veracity, it is said that Garrett auctioned the revolver sometime later in Lincoln. Sad that he didn't record a serial number!
Thank you !
Good video.
Thank you
Sure is pretty country out that way. I appreciate the views sir.
I wish they would make repros of these like they do with the SAA! Come on Uberti/Pietta!
And the Webley too
@@joelmclamore1898 They make those in India (Mark iV in 32S&W), but they don't export them. I always say I wish someone would make top breaks like the old S&W safety hamerless or Iver johnson safety automatics, but in 38 special. It would be really slick with moon clips
Good. Show.
Good to see ya Mark we missed ya !
Thanks as always for bringing us along!
I also have one of each and they both seem to function properly both single & double action, however, since I knew they were so finicky and needed to be worked on quite a bit, I've opted not to shoot mine ... at least at this time. Great video. Keep 'em coming.
I got more than a couple hitches in my git along and I ain't half that old !!
Thanks for another video
Great video. How long does it take you to commute to Cody
Havn't dug into mine yet to get them working... to many projects
Where did you find 41 ammunition? It is a rimfire isn' it?
They are centerfire.
Anybody who doesn’t believe in God wasn’t looking behind you during that video. Some of his greatest handiwork was the landscape. Thanks for the video on a couple of firearms I have very little knowledge of.
Couple nice ole gals but prefer my single action SSA
Your last shot sent lead right back over the microphone and I think you were wearing the mic!
Nope. It hit the edge of the target and in the opposite direction from me, whistling off into the distance.
41 colt, heeled bullets?
Yep.Originally heeled, but in 1890 they changed to a smaller inside lubed non-heeled bullet. Which explains the reputation for poor accuracy with the 41LC.
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Oregon once was a state upholding the 2nd amendment… not anymore, God bless your move 🇺🇸
I've been a Smith for years and I like your videos and I get a even bigger hoot out of the simps in the comments
Thanks Jeff! I do enjoy most of the comments, but I do see some doozies at times. Thanks for watching. I consider it an honor when fellow gunsmiths spend some of your precious time watching my home videos.
You are going to need an airplane.
Wyoming a free state good for you