Long Branch Colt
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Shooting and discussing the Bat Masterson Long Branch Colt Single Action Army revolver in .45 Colt chambering.
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Those single action revolvers make such a satisfying sound.
Your videos are formatted perfectly. You skip to the chase at the beginning and show firing action, and then the rest is professionally organized. I have never owned a gun, but I play lots of shooting games and the history behind each model is interesting to me. Thank you for doing your research. I love watching your videos. Keep it up.
Thanks, but I was not really aware that anything was "professionally organized" about our videos. :-)
if you mind me asking I heard that you are 6 feet 8 inches tall is that true
P.S. I'm 16 but I am old school I know very well about the long Branch from gunsmoke and I found out it is real I love history and I agree with you there is something wrong with people who don't watch westerns those are probably the kind of people that end up in big government. the world today sucks. I wish I could go back in Time. but I can't but I can have things and I plan on having a collection of old guns drive an old car. and have a big stack of movies with my favorite actor (Humphrey Bogart) and my favorite actress (Bette Davis) I love you videos hope to see more have a good one Hickok45
hickok45 can you do a video on a Belgium made browning auto 5?
J. Douglas: Since school hasn't beaten the love of history out of you yet you might want to check out Dan Carlin's Hardcore History podcast. His series on the Mongols was especially good.
To be honest, I really do enjoy listening to you telling us these old western stories, would listen for an hour or two. Gorgeous gun also. Have a good one!
That is one of the most handsome revolvers I have ever seen, what a dandy!
My wife has a limited Swiss edition Winchester in 44 Magnum. We bought it without a single shot having been fired from that baby... and went right to the range with it :D.
The salesperson aged a few years when we stated that we would not tolerate this poor thing being kept from its destiny any longer. ;)
That is the most beautiful revolver I have ever seen.
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Those 4 clicks just sounds so satisfying.
Also the grip doesn’t look like it’s made out of cheese.
Those single actions will never get old
I'd go back to sitting in classes if Hickok was teaching history. Always love listening to this guy.
I love how gleeful he seems when talking about Gun Smoke and the Old West
I enjoy talking about ALL those old westerns!
Hickok, there is a connection between Sweetwater TX and El Paso Saddlery. Sam D. Myers, as a 17 year old man moved his fledgeling S.D.Myers Saddlery from Sweetwater to El Paso in 1881, the year Southern Pacific came to town. He prospered and made holsters for, among others, John Wesley Hardin, Dallas Stoudenmeyer, John Selman and Tom Threepersons. I met "Tio Sam" Myers in 1950, when I was 6 years old and he made my Sam Browne belt + holster in 1965, when I went to work for El Paso P.D. and wore for 30 years. I still have it and it's in great shape. The old gentleman died in 1967, just before his 102 birthday. Bobby McNellis bought the business and continued using all Tio Sam's original cutting forms, stamps and molds on original machinery, which are used to this day. Bobby McNellis, who was my friend for three decades, left us early; the business is run by his son.
Hickok, I have this idea of you doing an April Fools special next year, where you review a Nerf gun and act all unironic like it's a legit serious review. lmao
"It's all about safety" could be spoken dozens of times too!
*yes please*
I would love to hear him say, “It’s Nerf or nothing”
Slight problem 207 people know about it
This has been done
That is a beauty!!! Nothing like a good old six shooter!!!!
5 for safety
West Texas Outlaw Yep!
I love old weapons😍
It"s always a good day whenever you bring out the colt"s, I enjoy listening to you talk as much as watching you shoot,thanks again to both you and John
Man, if I could just sit down with Hickok and listen to some History lessons about the old west I totally would.
I live in Ulysses KS bout an hour and half from Dodge , The museum there on the old Front St , has a impressive collection of Bat’s Firearms , can’t remember if they have that certain colt . 😊. Thank you sir for all you do !!!
I wish today's generation was like this oldman. Look at his spirit. How active he is.
I got inspired.
Love the sound of a Colt 45 revolver. Some day I'll own a a Colt SA 45, just have Uberti's today. Thanks for showing.
Uberti makes a nice SA , they have some nice finishes too
You are RESPONSIBLE for introducing history firearm pieces to me and the sentiments of owning such pieces and desiring them! I thank you Hickok45! I'm now a true lover of classic style revolvers over semi's, and old bolt action rifles such as Mosin Nagants & Garands over semi's. Keep up the great gun reviews, as you are my favorite!
@hickok45 You're at your best with videos like this where you bring in the historical context. This is a lot more interesting than a simple gun review.
Do you feel that your 2nd amendment right is more secure now Mr. Hickok? I do, and it feels amazing!
yaa, unless you're still behind enemy lines in California, dips#!*s voted for Frickin ammo permit, and background check for friggin ammo. anyone hiring in Montana ?
ugh i know i live in a small country town in the most southern part of cali, im so close to arizona i wanna move but cant. pheasant season opens tomorrow and we just found out we cant even use lead shot anymore. >:( its pretty crazy down here
I'm not even american and already feel like california is a joke that went too far. Intolerant liberals, immigrant problem, celebrity that thinks they are more than entertainer, idiots trying to ban rifle that can't even get the terms right(like saying the upper receiver is the heart of a gun and that an ar15 fire 30 caliber magazine clip at 2000rpm) oh well, we can't even have more than 5 rounds magazine in my country because you know, it might deter a criminal from using a low cap mag, because criminal are known for respecting the law. Nah let's say it, california is like canada 2.0, watch out, next you'll have to call the police to tell them that you're going out with your pistol after passing the worst number of examines and background check and joined a shooting club.
+ chumley moobs Did you mean Commiefornia?
chumley moobs since there is most likely going to be a conservative majority in the Supreme Court now, can't someone technically sue California for having laws like this? I'm pretty sure the Supreme Court would find what California is doing unconstitutional.
Outstanding video! Thanks for the history behind the Long Branch, it makes it stand out even more!
Man, I've must have watched all of Hickok and John's videos featuring the Colt SAA at least three times by now. Thanks for posting a new one.
It's the humor, the history, and some "purdy darn good shewtin'. I really enjoy these presentations !
You are full of knowledge and history, you should do another channel in more depth history. Loving the history, especially on SAA's, Henry's, etc.
Love the old west history!! Nice job! 👍🏻
I watched your "I made a mistake" video on transfer bars earlier today and commented. I referred to my best friends Colt SSA's. These were truly guns that should have been put in the gun safe and preserved. They were a pair of identical, sequential serial numbered, beautifully engraved guns in a fitted wooden presentation box and were UN FIRED. But as valuable as they were, he had guns to shoot, not look at. He did shoot them---a lot. The only thing he did special was, after shooting them he METICULOUSLY cleaned and lubricated them and placed them back in the box. And he never regretted actually shooting them. I felt very lucky because I was 1 of only 2 people, other than himself, who ever got to shoot them.
I really appreciate the fascinating history information. I grew up watching the Bat Masterson television series-and all the others, and I realize that was Hollywood-but you still have to love it! Thanks Hickok for your skill in telling a story!
Come on out to the tulsa arms show this weekend mr hickok.Everyone would love to meet the legend
Thanks. I had it on my to-do list, but the closer it got, the less I wanted to drive for two days. I'll probably make it to the spring show.
hickok45 can u do a video on 30 ruger Blackhawk pistol
First 6 seconds and I'm saving for that gun.
AcornFox i wish i could! But unfortunately they're illegal over here :-(
How much does it cost?
john Mullholand Damn a lot of money for a small gun..enough for 3 mossbergs
Does anyone know why does hickok always loads only 5 bullets when he's using a Colt?
Matías Pierdoménico matter of habbit. For target practice not nessessary because the gun won't be holstered for long. But when Walking around with a holstered gun it's safer to walk around with the hammer resting on an emty chamber to prevent accidentil discharge
Hickok45...you are w/a doubt....the most knowledgeable, widely-versed, & above all else interesting firearms evaluator out there. I'd much rather watch/listen to your summations on weapons than ANY other "professed" gun guru, bar none!
Hicok45 is the most knowledge and entertaining firearms reviewer on RUclips. He also has to be the most accurate shooter
Revolvers make me scream in happiness
I’m only 14 and me and my dad have seen a lot of good westerns. My favorite is John Wayne’s train robbers
Thank you, thank you thank you. Guns are made to shoot. And I could sit here and watch you shoot SA Colts all day. Love it.
I have fired a Single Action. It was a Ruger Blackhawk, shooting factory loaded .44" Magnums.
Truly awesome.
That Long Branch model has to be my favorite colt SAA. Been hunting for one but I know they are very rare
I've seen them at online auction sites.
"Well if I was a gunfighter..." - Hickok45
I could listen to your history lesson of masterson and others all night.
I like the fire blued screws on that, they contrast well with the beautiful nickel.
man those blued screws on the frame are really sharp. Rest of the gun is beautiful, but those screws really set it off.
rewtuser truly!
They are incredibly eye-catching, but for me that's kind of a turn-off...they blow the illusion of period accuracy out of the water. It's a gorgeous smokewagon, but if it had been my call I'd have nickel plated them along with the rest of the piece. I might also have used black polymer, solid or rubberized grips like Hogue uses to better support that historically accurate appearance.
Now, if someone gave me one of these, I'd still be delighted!
Glenn Horowitz Agree to disagree. For me they tie together the old and the new. It's been how many years since that letter was written?
The blue thing must be just a thin film that is put on the screws to protect their shiny chrome finish. It should be possible to just peel it off.
rewt
May Name is Klaus i am from Austria i love him This is the Best Shooter of the World 👍👍👍
Im 18, Im a huge fan of the Colt SAA, thanks to a eastern fella called Hideo Kojima.
And hickok, if I had to save three movies from extinction, one is the Godfather, the other one is Star Wars Episode IV, and the last one is the Good, The Bad, And the Ugly. The last one is everything a movie should have.
I like all if these old west videos I always learn something interesting
Beautiful firearm. I love the classic Colt SAA's.
I worked in house in Minnesota on the home theater. The owner had old colt revolvers with mammoth ivory handles displayed on the wall. They were very good looking guns.
One of my all time favourites. The beloved Colt Single Action. Great video. Beautiful piece.
Love the Colts, but too rich for my blood. I did pick up my Uberti 1873 Cattleman today. Can't wait to shoot it. Love your videos, keep up the good work.
I have a New Model Uberti Cattleman. Don't know if you've seen the videos on it, but it's very well made - a true Colt clone.
Yes I have seen them, love them.
hickok45 I am going to be in back in my own country soon
lawrence unkart Nice
man , when I get done getting some of my list widdled down , that's what I want for my cowboy gun . its gorgeous
That was a brilliant watch, thanks for sharing your marksmanship and everything else you bring to the experience.
Living in Germany, the only colt I'll ever own is probably made by umarex. Now, those are nice, but... yeah. *sigh* I still love the videos, the patience they transport and the mini-history-lessons. Thanks for making them and sharing them.
hickock45 is the best guns channel
Aww, c'mon Hickok, at least wear a cowboy hat or somthing.
Have to agree. this required a cowboy hat
Did Bat Masterson wear a Cowboy hat ?
a boston "bowler" hat in most old pics !!!
he does in a couple other videos
How about a pair of Lucchese boots from El Paso? I don't think Masterson wore sneakers!
I lived in Garden City Kansas for several years. At the time my daughter was about 5 and loved going to Dodge City for the reenactments of the gun fights at the old Dodge City street front shops and saloons. If anyone ever gets a chance to go its a lot of fun. The kids get to go collect the brass from the weapons they fire during the gun fight.
A nickel finished old revolver looks absolutely timeless gorgeous! I Love it all...
I was thinking Long Branch Arsenal in Canada!LOL!I was thinking "Long Branch made SAA revolvers?" Never made the obvious saloon connection.
Big Iron on his hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiip
PainMorePain
The stranger with a big iron on his hip....
great song.
I always thought the big iron was the walker
@@Warm_and_loveable Makes sense. The damn thing weighs over four pounds unloaded. :D
Gotta love Marty Robbins...
Andy Baker I think it was a weird frankenwalker he saw in a shop.
This is the first revolver I've ever seen you do, and it is adorable!
New in 2021, the Hickok45 Colt Single-Action. Product description: Perrrrrfect. Life is good.
almost said guds bunshop didn't you haha
*Makes me wanna watch Tombstone again!!* Although, for such a fine pistol as this one is the, "Spaghetti Western Rig" which would do it justice...looks so much better. ;-)* *...just saying.*
Awesome video Mr.Hickok. I always enjoy your video's. When I found out you used to be a school teacher it made so much sense to your style. You know how to keep things interesting and I always learn something. Your videos are always relaxed, informative,funny and all-around entertaining. I bet your students loved you. Keep up the great job and I wish you continued success. That is a sweet Colt by the way.
this guy is the coolest grandpa ever!
smoking some more pot i see
The Fallout Experience how did you know?? hhahaha!!
The Fallout Experience Brother?
The True he used vats the cheater!
If he used VATS he had better luck with it than I've ever had!
*****
Never could tell it helped at all at long range even with perks and stats stacked.
Martini Henry next!!
WOW! What a treat!!!!! Thank you Greg for the GREAT video AS ALWAYS!!
I grew up with all the 60s westerns too, always loved the colts and lever action rifles. The rifleman was a wonder LOL. Great video thanks
I love colt 45s! This one is beautiful!
Hickok would you ever do a video of you just going through your collection ?
Would probably have to be a few videos
He has a FAQ video on that subject. Short answer is no.
@@JCrook1028 Haven't seen it but my best guess is he doesn't want looters on his property.
Hickok.. do you shoot right handed but are left eye dominant?
Love the history of Bat. Thanks for the vid. Respect.
love it when hickok gives us a history lesson
*Simply put, a legendary piece of history, it's beautiful!!*
*Added to that, we'd like to see an added part to your channel, "Camp FIre" where you talk about the romance of the old wild west.* *Wouldn't that be fun, having Hickok45 romance us with these gentlemen of America's earlier times?* *Something we can all add to if we had relatives involved...how fun would that be! :-)* *Bring on the "Camp Fire" ;-)*
I'd watch... I like watching him shoot, but hearing him talk about the history of the firearm and the people who used them is what keeps me coming back to his channel. Good idea!
"The coup de gras I'll leave for the Wolves and the Gila monsters." - Buster Scruggs
Gun smoke was a good show and still is. Love watching it.
I loved the series "Deadwood". Seth Bullock, real person and sheriff of Deadwood. Wyatt Earp wanted the Sheriff's job and Bullock told him to get lost. Earp shortly returned to Dodge city. Bat Masterson was also a Canadian born in Quebec.
My initial reaction to the title of the video was this: "when the hell did the Longbranch Arsenal make SAAs?"
I'd say that was a great trade.
Depends on what he traded for it. Who knows what amazing examples he has in the bowels of his gun storage...
I really hope that when I become a parent, my kid(s) will also share my affinity for firearms, so I can just trade guns with them like these guys do!
Five people killed at the OK corral in 1881. It became a national legend. Five people killed in my uncle's saloon in 1955. The Lowe-Granberry feud. It was in the papers for a few days, but has since been entirely forgotten...
thats one hell of a pretty gun
Anyone else think that bullet that he shot at the Gong seemed like it had a weird flight path? Looked like it curved left to me!
I've been working on my "curve ball."
+hickok45 I bet its fun to clean these older model single actions.
He's been watching 'Wanted' and doing the curve thing.
Dave L Me too. hooks sharply to the left. Bullet must be destabilizing.
Dave L yeah, me, too. Maybe a trick of the light?
Agreed! Guns were meant for shooting, not for sitting in a safe collecting dust!
The Long Branch saloon was named after the home town of the 1st proprietor of the saloon, Long Branch, NJ, famous as America's first seaside resort in the 1890's and thereabouts (President Grant summered there) and still very much alive and kicking.
gorgeous pistol!
You should show us your reloading bench and how you reload shells
Again?
it seems like a relaxing thing to do, id probably happily do that for hours on end
Thanks John for zooming in for us. and thanks for the vid. Hickok45 and son
Due to the gun control laws of the uk, I will never be able to own one.
The single action Colt 45 has and always will be my dream gun. Probably due to the fact I grew up watching western films with my Dad.
Thanks for showing us this legend of the west.
Well well well - our second amendment rights are safe - for now. Never give up , never give in! We the people have prevailed! Spray that lead. - Willie
You have more faith in them than I have had the last 10 years. When they have called for donations, I have been telling them I can't tell a difference in the two parties any more in congressman. Except for a small few,who are usually blackballed by the establishment :-( Not the country I grew up in .
I sure hope the new President can,but it will be really hard.
Donating time and money - you?
Lol - sorry
Great video! I'm really wanting to get into black powder single actions but I'm not too sure what make and caliber to go for. Any recommendations? I'm really wanting one with adjustable sights for target shooting so I can dial it in properly
Ruger made a cap & ball black powder in .45 caliber. Blued or stainless with excellent adjustable sights. Made from 1972 to 2008 I believe so they're out there. *BGM.41
Brian Miller Thanks I'll keep an eye out for one, I haven't seen too many cap n ball .45 revolvers before mostly just .44 or .45 hawken rifles, should be interesting
Kane Jones most 44 caliber cap and ball revolvers can be converted to fire 45 colt, it is just because of the bullet diameter confusion. Really the only cap and ball with adjustable sights is the ruger old army. Most cap and balls have a notch in the hammer that you use as a rear sight and the traditional method of sighing in is to use a small file set to file to where the notch is zeroed. However, dang near any component gunsmith can mount ruger Blackhawk style adjustable sights on a cap and ball. That is what I have on my walker clone. Looks a little wonky because of the mounting place, but it works.
Pietta makes a copy of the 1858 Remington with adjustable sights, and is more affordable than a ROA, but the Rugers are outstanding revolvers.
Hickok, if you & the Fam tour some civil battlefields in Tennessee this year it would be super if you could do a short vid on the subject.
The sound of you pulling the hammer back is just as beautiful as the firearm itself! haha. Another great video hickock.
you should do history videos especially about guns and gin culture
I second that.
john Mullholand I don't think you understand.
john Mullholand My bad. My head was someplace else. Although i never heard the term before, I was thinking "gin culture" As in Prohibition, Roaring 20's, Bathtub gin. Lots of cool guns used during that period. Now that I think about it I believe you were correct. I read too much into his comment. Thanks for the kind reply man.
He already does.................
Miss Kitty ran the Long Branch Saloon in Gunsmoke......................
Of couse, it was not emphasized that she may have been the madame of the Long Branch. TV was clean back then. What a great show. Great that we western era TV kids can see these type of shows on RUclips, etc.
I love your history lessons. Nothing like it. Thanks.
MAN NEED TO COME TO THE COMPOUND,,,, BETTER THAN GOING INTO OUTER SPACE , BUCKET LIST, AND NEEDS TO DO BEFORE I DIE !!I DO LIKE THE SOUND OF THE GONG WITH A SHORT BARREL COLT MAN YOU MAKE MY DAY .... THANK YOU SIR
Have you done any research on Bass Reaves? If so, what gun did he use?
According to Jim Wilson’s bio in the 2/12/2015 American Rifleman, Bass used .45 SAA’s for some years and then switched to.38-40 and .44-40 SAA’s to go with whichever Winchester 1873 or 1892 he was carrying.
This is how I know I’m too deep into history. I thought “Longbranch Colt” was a Canadian produced colt 😂
As a Canadian owning a Long Branch Lee Enfield, immediately thought the same.
@@dave10524 ditto here!!
I thought the same, nope Canada is still lame.
Thank you for introducing me to Bat Masterson I'm watching all of the episodes from the beginning on Amazon. Don't know how I missed that Masterson but I did thanks again
I like the history behind the gun itself, it's like it takes me back in time to the western days.
Colt have got a nerve naming it after Bat's gun. It isn't a black powder frame, the screws are wrong, the front sight is wrong and the grips are wrong.