Richards Cartridge Converversions Colt's Most Elegant Revolver
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2023
- The subject of this video are Colt’s Richards Cartridge Conversions of the cap & ball model 1860 Army revolver.
These were Colt’s first cartridge conversions, and, I believe they are the most elegant Colt revolvers ever produced.
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I have an original1st modle Colt Richards in 44 Colt. I have owned it for 50 years. When I started shooting it 44 Colt brass was not available. I made my brass from 44 special brass. Turned rim down shortened case, later just loaded a charge of cornmeal to take up space. I do agree they are one of the most elegant looking pistoles ever made.
MIke respect your opinion as you have handled and fired many more revolvers than I have. However I think the 1862 Pocket Police is the most streamlined, beautiful and elegant gun of any gun ever made.
Mike did qualify this instance as "of the cartridge conversions."
It is a cutie, and certainly another favorite of mine.
Very elegant! The kick start to the 45 1873 colt !
Thank you Mike for all the time, hard work, and historical research you put into making these videos. I’ve learned so much from them, and it’s greatly appreciated.
I have two Uberti type 2 Richards Conversions in 45 Colt. I agree that they are not only great shooters, but probably the most elegantly beautiful shooters that I own. So much so that my 1873’s are probably starting to feel neglected lol
As my stash of TBoss is starting to dwindle down, I’m getting geared up to start loading Holy Black. Seams more authentic, and folks that have done so are telling me that they may never use smokeless in their late 1800’s cartridge shooters again. They enjoy the smoke smell and big bang that much 🤠.
Thanks again, and may the battle at Duelist Den be Victorious!
thanks Mike, great history lesson ... i agree, these guns are little gems ... hope your legal battle with the little dictators is going your way.
You need a Sherriff’s office set built in the corner of your basement Mike. Pot belly stove with a tin coffee pot perking in the background, maybe a wall of lever guns out for the deputies and perhaps a spittoon for visitors…😊👍
I think you can still do a good show flipping venues like that.
Very fun video, thank you for posting it! Best of luck with the duelist den! 🙏
I have a Pietta/ Kirst '60 that resembles a 2nd model, it is probably my favorite revolver I own.
Agree they are the best looking colts
I have a 51 navy conversion in .38. It's a fun gun to shoot.
Putting the ejector rod in the slot formerly for the ram rod is ingenious.
Thanks for the information. I've looked at the repops over the years, but never "pulled the trigger." Your video just might put me over the edge!
I have one of those revolvers. I agree they are elegant and just plain beautifully engineered handgun.
Mike, That was a very factual and compact video on the Colt M1860 Army and its Factory Conversions.
Thank you.
Never surrender
Kenny Howell makes a beautiful Richard's conversion.
Thanks for the history lesson, as I didn't t know the difference between these. Thanks for letting us know you won't have a post next week. Greetings from the foothills of NC.
That was great again. Now i want one! 🤠
Completely agree they are very beautiful revolvers. I have a original Richard mason 51 navy conversion. But would really love to get my hands on a 1860 1st model Richard conversion
Thanks, Mike, for taking the time to educate people about these old guns.
Morning coffee and watching Mike nothing better ☕️☕️☕️👍🏻
Yeah, but what do we do on the off weeks?
Great vid Mike! Those are some beautiful revolvers.
I have, and love, a Richards II in 45LC, but I prefer my 1860 Long Cylinder Conversion in 45LC. Together they make a gorgeous pair.
I'm an 1851 guy myself. My favorite pistols are a pair of Uberti 1851 RM conversions in .38 special with 5 1/2" barrels. Love those guns.
Great video Mike good information on the 60 conversion I've always liked the look of the 60 over all the rest
Thanks for another great video
Nice video.
I hope you hand the a**hats their butts in court and return to Duelist's Den soon.
Looking good old man, thanks I learned a lot today! Take care..😊
Mike, I agree with you. The Richardson Cartridge Conversions are some beautiful guns.
I love your videos even with the interruptions. The knowledge is worth it.
I own a Uberti 1872 Cartridge 44 Colt. Bob Munden worked the action. Super smooth, super fun. I had a taller front site installed.Shoots well.
Another great one Mike ..hope you can get to the den soon
Very fascinating look at the history of some much lesser known Colts. Thank you!
I agree Mike I have three. I do wish Uberti had made a true copy of the first conversion with the frame mounted firing pin. Two of mine are in 44 colt my open top is in 45lc and three 1860 Army revolvers. The 1862 police pocket is the prettiest of Colts pocket models in my view..
thank you
You know I remember as a kid and the books that would sell for 30 to $50 sure wish we could get that today
A few months ago I picked up my Cimarron 1860 Colt-Richards Type II. It just might be more beautiful than my 1960 Python! 😍
I have an Uberti replica of a Richards Mason conversion in .38 Special. I would have preferred one in .45 Colt or .44-40, but they are very difficult to get in my home state of the People's Republic of MassaTwoSh!ts. But my absolute favorite Colt SA revolver is my Uberti 4-3/4" .45 Colt Model 1872. I like my 1873's, but i absolutely love my 1872!
My intro to Black Powder was when i was 15 and got a replica Remington 1858 .44 imported by CVA, manufactured by Armi San Marco. Ive shot it thousands of times in the past 36 years and it's been completely rebuilt many times. It's too bad but parts are getting difficult to find for some of the ASM guns. Take care of yours, and is recommend ordering as many spare internal parts as you can to keep it running for generations to come!
Thanks for another great video Mike, we certainly appreciate it!
Good Video! I really enjoy the history behind these great guns!
Great video Mike. Thank you for all the research you do on these to keep us current. I was really pleased to see that I got a notice on this video.
Mike thank you for the great video, I always enjoy the history that you bring as well as the beautiful guns.
I have to agree with you that the Richard's Conversion was the best looking guns Colt ever made, I look forward to seeing your next video, have I good day.
I really enjoy the history you share in your videos.
I enjoyed your history recap on these old revolvers. Thanks👍🙏
Mine is 45 Colt. I cast a 225 grain lead pill and push it at 650 to 700 fps with smokeless. Works very well.
Really enjoyed this episode of history time with Uncle Mike! Thank You!
Excellent video, Mike. I well remember when we were discussing loading for the original heel based 44 Colt back in the day. Still have my old Gren conversion, but can't remember when I fired it last. Been using a pair of the Cimarron 2nd models since they came out. You would think that with CNC machining, it wouldn't be that hard for Uberti to add a proper first model to the line up, but I guess the market just isn't there anymore. Sad. Keep up the good work and we'll see you in a couple of weeks.
I have a Gren converted Remington NMA in "Modern" 44 Colt.
Uberti makes a Richards-Mason Transitional 1860 in 45 colt. I own an 8" version.
Classic.
Loved it, very informative. Thank you for all the historical research you do. As a firearm and history nerd I appreciate all the information.
👍 Very educational. Some believe the 1862 Police model is Colt’s most elegant handgun. I feel that designation should go to the 1872 Open Top. Proving once again that beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Pity no one is producing a replica of the 1st Model Richards conversion.
I was interested in your back story on Roland White as some of that was new information for me.
Great video. Enjoy your scholarly approach to these interesting and historic revolvers.
We out here in the ether, really do enjoy your segments on the history of weapons, the ones you present. Reminds me of when I was a kid on Sunday evenings when we gathered around the TV to watch Mutual of Omaha's Wild kingdom. You never knew what you were going to get. Best regards, Mr. Mike. . . .
Great Posting Mike. I concur.. So glad you gave a good min-brief about this subject = BRAVO ZULU.. I Trust everyday to S&W..
Much fascinating history there Mike - Thank You for sharing.
Thank you Mike for another great video about an important gun of the old west. I would love to have one of the first model and I guess I will have to out live you and hope to buy it off your family. But sense I am older than you, I doubt that will happen.
As for loads to use, I shoot light 200 gr reloads in my Uberti SAA Cattleman because it is so much fun to shoot. I have not shot BP in it do to the clean up required and my lack of knowledge. Maybe you could do a revolver BP cleaning video in the future so those of us who are lacking will know how to clean them.
I love my Uberti 1872 Open Tops in 44 Special! Yes, same outside diameter as their 45 Colt cylinder; but, more metal between chambers.
28-grains of APP/FFg under a 200-grain, powder-coated, LRNFP.
Yet another outstanding video, Mike, thank you. I agree, these were the most beautiful and elegant of all Colts. I have an 1860 Colt that I had converted using a Kirst Konverter, and although I had some problems getting the Kirst parts to work, I love shooting it.
Definitely one that I wish Uberti would make. Maybe even the 12 stop version, I always thought that was cool. I do have an odd ASM "1851 Richards type 1" revolver that I found at the beginning of covid at Cabelas for very cheap. In all that uncertainty and panic buying I was the guy buying a .38 special single action with a broken trigger spring, couldn't pass it up. It's similar to your ASM but less historically accurate as, as far as I know, there were no Richards type 1 conversions of the '51. I don't care though, it's as close as I've gotten so far.
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing!
I must admit they both have a special look but the first model with its rear sight has a certain "je ne sais quoi" that would make me more wanting one than the second model. BUT as I said, I fiond them both attractive. Too bad my government froze the transfer of handguns. Thanks for your dedication.
I enjoyed this one. Wish I had bought one before everyone else now wants one hehehe!
Great Job
Great video Mr. Mike. Very much enjoy the history as well as shooting.
Good, informative, video, as usual Mr. B. Keep up the good work.
1860 Army is one of most beautiful piece of steel and wood ever made. And i have one of them :)))
Mike needs a bookshelf with all the books he wrote in the background
Took me to school again your a sneaky teacher 😊 👍🏼
Beautiful revolvers, thanks for sharing.
Love the yo thanks for all the hard work.
Very interesting stuff Mike, thanks for the great info. I’m surprised to see no one has mentioned Kirst Konverters in the comments. They are sort of a modern take on the conversion revolver. Worth a look.
Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Keep up the good work I look forward to watching all of your videos.
Well done, as usual.
You are completly right about the ergonomic of these gun. Similar one, the 1862 police is even more "sexy". Wish uberti would make them as conversion
An excellent video on the history of the firearm, one of your best. Thanks!
thank you for your work i learn alot
Thank you for all the historical information very interesting
I totally agree with you. I would rather look at and shoot Colt conversions then Colt 73's. I wish they came in 44-40.
Thank you for your videos and knowledge!!!
great topic, thank you
Well done sir!👍And I agree with you that the conversions were very pleasing to the eye. Your research and presentation of the subject shows great detail. Thank you for your dedication and intuitive thoughts on all things "classic" firearms.👍
A few years ago, I bought an Uberti Richards & Mason 1860 conversion 5 1/2" chambered in 38Spl. Lovely revolver, and remarkably accurate! Of the many single actions I own, this one is my favorite.
Excellent comparison. I have a Pietta Remmie Stainless Target Ive yet to fire. Too busy truckin' keeping goods on the shelf for everyone else. Like to see a video of the process of setting up your camp at one of your period gatherings
Hi Mike, I liked the duel shooting at the end of the video. And as always great video Sir! I enjoy learning the history of these amazing pistols. All the research that is done is awesome and must take you a lot of time. For that I thank you Sir for all your hard work and time! You are appreciated.🤠
I have one, Uberti in 38 special with a 5,5" barrel. I have change the grip for one from the 1961 navy, more correct tha the army grip in this "navy" caliber. I love the look of this gun, elegant, equilibrate, in one word beautiful...
Hi Mike. Despite the enormous advantage of the metallic cartridges in the conversion Colts, in terms of pure beauty, the 1860 army lines are superior. My very close second place goes to the Cavalry Peacemaker. Schofield in third place, maybe. Thank you for your superb videos. Happy trails to you.
I'm right there with you. The 1860 Army and the 1862 Police model are by far the most elegant pistols EVER created. I am fortunate enough to own replicas of these fine pistols and it is a bucket list item to own one of the originals. Great presentation. Cheers
Great video!!!!
Oh yeah! Thanks for a great description of the changes in the Colt Conversion line. My grandfather gave me his Richards# 1 conversion when I was 10 y/o and it’s the reason I open up my safety deposit box frequently. That pistol has the best lines and feel of any pistol I’ve ever held. My pistol has several number stampings with a serial # in the 17,000 area in several places. I ve never shot it but have shot one of the cimarron. #1’s I have in a .38sp. Only blemish on my original has had the front sight removed and has a very narrow front sight in its place. I finally have a grandson so I better keep it for him, and I hope to tell him how my granddad acquired it.
Another informative and entertaining video. I'm trying to decide between a the 1860 Richards Conversion and the 1872 Open Top Navy. I do prefer the smaller grip of the Navy but I also believe the 1860 Richards Conversion is a more beautiful firearm.
Buy both
I only have my Replica Colt 1849 Pocket by Uberti with a Kirst Konverter which a 6 shot .22 LR!!! but what great fun I have with it!! I agree with you about ammo selection as I only use standard pressure non jacketed round in my revolver! Love seeing the history brought to life!! Thanks again for all the knowledge.
mmm not sure, a 1861 Colt has to be the most elegant! Enjoyed the video Mike.
Kirst makes a version of the first model Richards ejector assembly. However their conversions fit neither the first or second model designs.
Great video, cheers Mike! (Only one cure if you’re rusty)
Great video and history Mike. I will have to haul my Uberti 2nd Model out of the safe to take a look at it. It is unfired and the .45 Colt model. The heeled bullet cartridge you showed was very interesting.
Great stuff, Mike. I long lusted after the Richards, and thanks to Cimarron Arms I have had the pleasure of owning and shooting representstive specimens. Elegant is the only word that describes them.
Cool man cool
You may be getting rusty (a problem easily fixed, of that I have no doubt), however I still would not like to be on the receiving end of your shooting sir😉
Another great video on history’s firearms....keep ‘em coming pard .
we black powder shooters with the colt and remington and all other cool revolvers with the cone / nipple system can shoot these revolver and own them with out much hassle today so cudos to roland white.
Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. I agree.
I believe richard's was also the engineer for the eighteen seventy three