Bullard Rifle - Simply the Best Levergun Ever Made
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ย. 2023
- We take a look at one of the most innovative and high-quality rifles of the 19th Century, the Bullard lever action rifle. Produced in small numbers in the 1880's, these rifles never became popular due to their high cost and hard-to-find proprietary ammo. Today, they're highly prized among firearms collectors.
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.
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'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!
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.
I think this is the only video on TH-cam of a Bullard rifle shooting. Thank you for keeping the story and memory alive of a long forgotten piece of Americana
That’s a wonderful old rifle
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
Got to love those older weapons .
That's a real beauty. Leverguns, may they never go out of style or production.
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
Absolutely beautiful piece of history!👍🏽😀❤️🇺🇸
What a neat old rifle, thanks for sharing it with us Mark! Have a great day!
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.
This old geezer always reckoned that anything that moved smoother than a Winchester 1892 or 1886 action would have to be pure 'poetry in motion' but after seeing and hearing this beautiful Bullard rifle performing it's magic in your hands, I'm left feeling envious because it's yours and not mine - but thank you for the rare privilege of being able to see it for myself.
ps. My envy faded faster than the steam from a just used teaspoon when I realised that this Bullard rifle could not be in better hands.
...peace
Great vid. Only saw a couple of those in my 68 yrs. Top notch iron.
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! 😁👍🇺🇸
Hi,
I had never heard of this levergun before. Thx again for this very interesting 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.
Good, thx & congrats for landing ownership of such a fine rifle.
I did not know that rifle existed. I'm glad I watched this video.
What a beautiful rifle! I always immensely enjoy your videos. Please keep 'em coming.
Amazing ! very unusual action .Quality weapon . Nice video !
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
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!
I do love your channel. So interesting. And done in such fantastic country side Paul
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
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.
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.
Thanks for sharing the experience of shooting this interesting antique rifle. I had not heard of Bullard rifles before.
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
Just watching you run that from the standing position; you can SEEEEEE how smooth it is!!! I am jelly!!!!!!!!
I enjoyed seeing how happy this rifle made you. Great content, thank you for what you do.
What a wonderful piece of engineering!
A working work of art! Thanks for the share!!
That's a brilliant piece of engineering. Thanks for showing us this one Mark
Great presentation on a rifle that, previously, I knew very little about.
If there was ever a rifle that could be said to be elegant, it must be the Bullard.
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.
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.
Beautiful rifle
Glorious episode and amazing backdrop on that wide shot.
Thank you for sharing the things you do! Awesome channel!
Without a doubt, great craftsmanship deserves great recognition. You're a very lucky man to get your hands on that beauty (I'm jealous).
Amazing Rifles and The Bear Joke 😂😂😂👍🏼 Bullard Is Top Notch Quality For Sure Mark
Beautiful gun, but really superb and captivating presentation by someone I could listen to all day !
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.
Knew these rifles were made. But learning the fine details and history is a real treat. Thank You Good Sir
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. 🇦🇺🇺🇸👍
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.
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!
I always enjoy watching your videos, please keep them coming !!!!!
That is a real Jim dandy rifle I have not seen one before. Thank you for sharing that fine level action rifle with us!
What a beautiful old rifle !! The design and engineering really got my old brain to spinning. What if someone (???) were to manufacture replicas of this rifle for the cowboy action folks? I really like the inner working, brilliant design.
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 viewing your channel ... Very nice presentation of a rare gem. I have always loved lever guns and anything Old West. Thanks & God bless
Thanks for sharing that rare lever action rifle with us (who will likely never even see one, let alone fire one!) LOL.
This was a great presentation, thank you!
Very interesting, a great rifle!, thanks for making this video.
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.
Thank you for letting us see the 'works' on the inside. What a piece of art!
Beautiful rifle and that ending was hilarious 🤣
magnificent rifle, thankyou for sharing
I came just for the background scenery - wow!
I can’t believe I forgot about your channel. You do an amazing job at make relaxed and informative videos.
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.
Awesome, I can’t wait to watch you hunt with that Rifle!
thank you i love the old stuff.........
Thank you for introducing me to this beauty. Learned something new today!
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.
Thanks, would like to see more of the whole rifle, barrel transition, muzzle and front sights.
Big fan of lever guns!
Mark Beautiful Rifle, Thanks for sharing!!
That was exciting and a beautiful mechanism. You're a very kind man to share the experience, sir. Best of health. - Ev
Great video, great channel. Just found your channel and was surprised to see that you're in Oregon too. Thanks for providing such great information on vintage firearms.
Beautiful rifle. Would love to own something that fine. Thanks for sharing.
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.
Sweet rifle-and once again I am envious as hell!
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.
I’m glad to finally see a videos on one of these beauty’s I’ve only seen a handful of pictures
I gotta thank YT for putting this neat video in front of me to enjoy. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for another great video and the laugh at the end. Looking forward to future videos on the 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.
I love shooting the 40-65 in both a remington rolling block and an 1886 winchester My friend likes the single shot bullards in 32-40 and also make wildcats for some of his rifles.
Nice. Very nice. I'd like to see the accuracy at 100+ yards.
That is awesome . I'm glad to hear that you're going to have more shooting with it 🤠
Beautiful mechanical design. I learned to appreciate the effort and art of the finest from America's finest gunsmith and engraver of years gone by, John E. Warren. He also took the time to design and make the finest possible at the level of fine art. Sad that this mindset is long gone.
Great Video Mark!! That is a very unique lever action indeed. Very Nice!!! And the the part about the bear, that was classic!! 👍👍🤣🤣
That’s the prettiest rifle I never seen before! Thank for sharing!
It is surely a miracle that old rifle is in such good condition. Thanks for the video keep on keeping on.
I have a Catalog from around 1952 that had mechanical Drawings of the Bullard, thought it was a cool looking rifle.
Loads like a Ithaca 37 shotgun or a browning A5
Excellent video of a fascinating rifle.
Really Enjoy your Channel. Thanks love that Gun Big Boy Lever Action
Browning blrs are similar in some aspects of rack and pinion and gears
Awesome video! Thank you!
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.
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.