They were actually quite popular with officers in places like the Sudan, they were considered more reliable and better manstoppers then the service revolver.
@@jeffreyottinger3165to be fair old unique gun designs like this usually don’t have the tooling for mass production, so they have to make each one by hand. Compared to a generic gun like a Glock, which has so many presses and specialized molds that making one almost doesn’t even require conscious thought.
There's something about break action and rolling block ejectors that I just love, the smooth motion crisply kicking out casings with a "ping" is curiously satisfying!
I have an entirely irrational love for these things. If pushed to go to war with a pistol, I would MUCH rather go with a 1911 than a revolver and I'd MUCH rather go with a revolver than a Lancaster, but nevertheless, if I had the money and the opportunity, I'd step over the other two to own a Lancaster as a collector's item.
@@thehellezell I'm pretty sure if you show up to a gunfight with one of these, the other people just hand over their weapons. Defeated by superior swag.
@@kitosjek9541 It's a Chaos Star (not fascist) in British colours (not fascist) with a Ukrainian flag (not fascist) background, so the answer is no kind of fascism at all, really.
The .577 Snider version would be a hoot! They were fairly popular and I believe the 1980's COP is basically a scaled down copy. They just scream Queen Vicroria's Empire.
As blocky as the gun is it's amazing to see how thin the barrel walls were. Low pressure black powder rounds certainly allowed for more lenient tolerances compared to the nitrocellulose powders that were coming out around this time. It would be an interesting question how thick the barrel walls would have had to have been to upgrade to the smokeless powder and how much that would added to the weight.
With a hefty double-action trigger pull and no single-action option, this was a point-blank-only weapon, designed for protection against charging big game animals. 1880s is a bit late for this kind of weapon, smokeless powder was just around the corner, and with it, the new era of self-loading guns. Had this been designed around 1860, it could have been a strong competitor against revolvers.
There is not enough credit for you guys getting the audio of the loading bloop. Yes, I know a lot of people have commented, but still, not enough appreciation ten hours in.
Very interesting design, though given how the revolver was well refined at that point, I understand why this didn't catch on much. A top break revolver with 6 chambers is still going to be better than 4 chambers and barrels.
There was a Version in .577 too. For big game hunting four shots had been usually enough as backup. Remember, those Howdah pistols had been Supermagnums pf their day, craftsmanproduced doublebarrel ones fired even rifle cartidges.
For the 1880s that is probably quite reasonable .................. you wouldn't have to worry about making contact with someone or something disabling the gun.
Compared to a contemporary revolver it's larger, clumsier and you have four distinct points of impact. BUT there's no cylinder gap, it's much faster to reload than a gate-loader and it's less likely to be rendered inoperable by muck and debris.
@@Hybris51129 Double action trigger, clearing a malfunction is as simple as pulling the trigger again, it works at contact distance and it'll stop anything short of Godzilla. That's a carry gun alright... although good luck concealing it!
You know what, not the worst carry gun ever. Absolutely reliable, works at contact distance, packs a fierce punch. But how the heck do you conceal it...?
“The understated ‘less-is-more’ appearance of the Lancaster pistol is in stark contrast to its decidedly ‘more-is-more’ approach to barrels.”
If less is more, just think of how much more “more” is. - Frasier Crane
@@m82m107barrettNow that was a show
The Frys approve!
That revolving pin mechanism is sheer genius.
The cam and rotating drum was a common design in machinery in that era.
We were innovative with our engineering back then
That adorable bloop-bloop-bloop-bloop on loading!
That's why I'm here!
C&ASMRsenal :)
Its so satisfying to hear plopping noise of puting rounds in each four barrels! 😊
Can you imagine walking around in the 1880s with that thing?
You use the tools you have.
They were actually quite popular with officers in places like the Sudan, they were considered more reliable and better manstoppers then the service revolver.
I can. These weapons were much more powerful and reliable than a revolver. And 4 shots ain't bad. Especially if they are .577.
@@Snuffy03 The .577 was only made in a double.
Yes
My all-time favorite multi-shot!
I would dearly love to own one.
Same here.
Forget Ma Deuce.... This is the Pa Quad!
Mae whipping out her Four Barrels of the Apocalypse! 😁
The loading bloop remains great.
Finally, a gun channel that talks about design while tailoring to my abysmal attention span.
The almost musical notes when you drop a round in really seal the deal for me. I already needed one, now my life won't be complete without it.
And that is a cool piece of history most of us would never get a look at if it weren't for your channel. Outstanding!
That mechanism is something else, thats what got me into firearms, the way these guns work and look, thank you for showing the inside! Good video
love that sound when you load them. So satisfying.
Now that's a boom box!
So this is the Howdah from BF1. Nice.
A beautiful gun,,, and the firing oin mechanism is absolutely magnificent 👌..
Anyone else look at the internals and go, "You know, with a little rigging, you could get all 4 to shoot at the same time."
Just weld 3 extra firing pins on lol
Perhaps, but why would you.
@@dp-sr1fd Why would someone opt for more Dakka? Because you never have enough Dakka.
Hollywood armorers modified a COP four-barrel derringer to fire all four barrels at once for Bladerunner.
@@dp-sr1fdfunny.
This is my favorite pistol wish we could remake this!!
We could but I dread to think what one would cost you
@@mothmagic1 It’s funny how some of the simplest things are made the most pricey! 😭😭😭
@@jeffreyottinger3165to be fair old unique gun designs like this usually don’t have the tooling for mass production, so they have to make each one by hand.
Compared to a generic gun like a Glock, which has so many presses and specialized molds that making one almost doesn’t even require conscious thought.
Really steampunk gun....😮
So anvery early production COP .357 magnum variant.
There's something about break action and rolling block ejectors that I just love, the smooth motion crisply kicking out casings with a "ping" is curiously satisfying!
This is right up there, maybe top 3 for me!
Thank you for another Minute of Mae.
That is some truly remarkable 19th century engineering there! Got a smile from Mae!
A minute of Mae makes my day!😅
A 470 NE version would be interesting.
I always wondered how those things actually worked.....thanks Mae!!!😃😃
Just bought Battlefield 1 today from the steam summer sale and wondering what gun the guy in the start menu, thanks for the video!
You always have the most fascinating firearms 😊
I have an entirely irrational love for these things. If pushed to go to war with a pistol, I would MUCH rather go with a 1911 than a revolver and I'd MUCH rather go with a revolver than a Lancaster, but nevertheless, if I had the money and the opportunity, I'd step over the other two to own a Lancaster as a collector's item.
oh of course, you’ll dazzle the other guys long enough to get the drop on them and then you’ll have as many revolvers and 1911s as you can carry
@@thehellezell I'm pretty sure if you show up to a gunfight with one of these, the other people just hand over their weapons. Defeated by superior swag.
What kind of fascism is your flag ?
@@kitosjek9541 It's a Chaos Star (not fascist) in British colours (not fascist) with a Ukrainian flag (not fascist) background, so the answer is no kind of fascism at all, really.
@@kitosjek9541It's always funny to see people like you jumping at shadows like this.
This gun is a mechanical work of art
The .577 Snider version would be a hoot! They were fairly popular and I believe the 1980's COP is basically a scaled down copy. They just scream Queen Vicroria's Empire.
Great Job Mae 🎉🎉🎉🎉
I just love this gun. It's beautiful.
a great minute.have a good one Mrs.
I particularly like this pistol.
Bro is a Shortstop Scout
That's COP 357's great great grandpa !!!
Gotta love that “bloop!”
Thanks Mae!
That is a chunky and appealing firearm.
Peaceful Skies.
I listened to the first 3 seconds on repeat for 5 minutes.
I love Lancaster pistols. So elegant looking, while also intimidating to have pointed at you.
The two barrel large caliber Lancaster pistol is my grail gun. I think a company tried to repro these, but I don't think they got very far
I've saw a similar concept a few years back in .357 magnum. It's funny how things come full circle.
Garand known for its "ping"
These should be known for thier adorable "ploop" when loading
Love that bloop! And 4 at a time…? Yaaas
bloop, bloop, bloop, bloop
That weapon was used in Battlefield 1😎👍
I used the Howdah and the Automatico to complete the "Paranoia" specialization on that game. Good times.
A little hand/grip adjustments...still,a smile at the end.
As blocky as the gun is it's amazing to see how thin the barrel walls were. Low pressure black powder rounds certainly allowed for more lenient tolerances compared to the nitrocellulose powders that were coming out around this time. It would be an interesting question how thick the barrel walls would have had to have been to upgrade to the smokeless powder and how much that would added to the weight.
Looks awesome
What a strange gun but handy.
my favorite BF1 assault combo: Automatico M1918 (trench) and the "Howdah" (Lancaster) pistol.
Sometimes I watch these videos thinking "Someone ought to make an updated version with the kinks worked out."
Click. Bloop, bloop, bloop, bloop. Click. BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG!
Lovin your minute post s Mae❤
That cartridge is massive. One shot would be plenty.
With a hefty double-action trigger pull and no single-action option, this was a point-blank-only weapon, designed for protection against charging big game animals. 1880s is a bit late for this kind of weapon, smokeless powder was just around the corner, and with it, the new era of self-loading guns. Had this been designed around 1860, it could have been a strong competitor against revolvers.
No, its the Blooper of pistols.
Trust the Brits to come up with unique designs.
Rara, pero hermosa pistola!!!!, gracias por compartirlo!!!
finally something my speed
Sarcastically, oh, what a knockout! Apparently, your oh-so-"stellar" Sales Incentive payment has been oh-so-"processed."
.476 caliber? Whoa, that's a hefty size of lead, even with low velocity.
Love the ASMR!, After 4 rounds of black powder you can conceal behind the smoke cloud to reload!
Cool!!! Looks like the great granddaddy to the .357 COP Derringer.....
Reminds me of the gun used in Sartanna western movie.
One day, she will jump scare a lot of us when she fires off a round in the intro.
TWW fans will know how good this is.
Scrolling until I find a reference lol
There is not enough credit for you guys getting the audio of the loading bloop. Yes, I know a lot of people have commented, but still, not enough appreciation ten hours in.
This is my concealed carry
omg I want one
🙂Great shootin' - thanks for the video!💯💥👍!
i have a thorne 4 barrel pistol , lancaster was dead when these were made
Love you Mae
I suspect that with slightly larger hand plus gloves, the handle might be a bit more ergonomic
What a nice Gun 🤘👌
Im a simple guy, its break action I love it.
I wants one!!!!
I know the downsides to multi-barreled guns, but they look frickin' cool.
Спасибо!
I would love to know where mae finds all these interesting weapons. Some times I'm actually jealous
Very interesting design, though given how the revolver was well refined at that point, I understand why this didn't catch on much. A top break revolver with 6 chambers is still going to be better than 4 chambers and barrels.
There was a Version in .577 too. For big game hunting four shots had been usually enough as backup. Remember, those Howdah pistols had been Supermagnums pf their day, craftsmanproduced doublebarrel ones fired even rifle cartidges.
Someone should remake this pistol in .22lr , That would be cool !💥💥💥💥
She didn't smile at the end lol
I want one
sights on an 1880 gun?
For the 1880s that is probably quite reasonable .................. you wouldn't have to worry about making contact with someone or something disabling the gun.
Compared to a contemporary revolver it's larger, clumsier and you have four distinct points of impact. BUT there's no cylinder gap, it's much faster to reload than a gate-loader and it's less likely to be rendered inoperable by muck and debris.
awsome this gun
Why were these introduced in 1880 when revolvers had been long established?
"Let me tell you about my Mother..."
If you needed a concealed weapon in a state or city with magazine limits this gun would still be viable even today. I would go big bore though.
.454 Casull Lancaster pistol. Let's goooooo!
@@rdrrr Lancaster 2000! 4 barrels of S&W 500!
@@Hybris51129 Double action trigger, clearing a malfunction is as simple as pulling the trigger again, it works at contact distance and it'll stop anything short of Godzilla.
That's a carry gun alright... although good luck concealing it!
Minute Man ... sorry Mae
this is my EDC
You know what, not the worst carry gun ever. Absolutely reliable, works at contact distance, packs a fierce punch. But how the heck do you conceal it...?
'let me tell you about my mother...'
Mae holds revolvers calendar when?
Mae looks like a guy I knew in HS named Scott Goblenz.
wait...looks like a GUY!?
Stick a Thumb in it!
🤣💀
Muito chouuuuuuu gostei obrigado ❤❤❤❤❤
So it’s basically the grandfather to the COP?
How cool