So I was cruising the YouTubes and came across this video analyzing a fascinating cul-de-sac in firearms technology; the "ring-pull" manually-operated pistol;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXHX...8QWIA&index=23
I found myself fascinated by this crazy steampunk thing. Historically, this design ended up not working out for firearms (and I can see why)...but for a paintball pistol though, it might be just what the doctor ordered. I mean, most semi-auto pistols waste a lot of gas cycling the bolt and every other action type (pump, bolt, lever) requires two hands. Being able to manually cycle the gun with one hand might be incidental with firearms...but for a paintball pistol that's a serious level-up. I'm wondering at the possibilities.
Anyhow, just thought I'd share because I had no idea this existed and it's neat. Hopefully this provides some inspiration to the brass wizards!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXHX...8QWIA&index=23
I found myself fascinated by this crazy steampunk thing. Historically, this design ended up not working out for firearms (and I can see why)...but for a paintball pistol though, it might be just what the doctor ordered. I mean, most semi-auto pistols waste a lot of gas cycling the bolt and every other action type (pump, bolt, lever) requires two hands. Being able to manually cycle the gun with one hand might be incidental with firearms...but for a paintball pistol that's a serious level-up. I'm wondering at the possibilities.
Anyhow, just thought I'd share because I had no idea this existed and it's neat. Hopefully this provides some inspiration to the brass wizards!
) One issue though is having to cock a hammer- Sergei's example up there, if it still has Sheridan springs, is probably pretty stiff.
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