Japanese Peabody unhosedup: Anvil 124 

One of the best channels on RU-vid. Blows my mind that most folks don’t appreciate or even understand the level of knowledge required for these videos. Thanks for pushing us to learn more about these old guns. You’re the reason I ended up buying up a bunch of old surplus wood stocks to practice on. My old Mauser looks gorgeous now, still has all the character and history but now it’ll last many more years.

I have a couple of Remingtons in .43 Spanish. When I bougth them I was given several blue paper wrapped packets of UMC .43 Spanish ammo. I shot a few and all the cases split. Years later I noticed the label was peeling, so I peeled it off. Underneath I found another label that read "20 patronen für 11 mm Mauser Modell 71 ".

Mark, I never thought I'd see a 4.5" angle grinder in your hand, haha. Well done, shipmate.

By golly, you are a gunsmith!

Thank God mine have only been in 22lr revolvers. I stacked 3 in a Ruger Single Six with a 9.5" barrel. Luckily, it didn't bulge. I did bulge a Heritage revolver. It kept me from buying any more. I've shot a lot of 100+ year old revolvers. Luckily, that's my only squibs.

For the many of these I've watched, and they are many. One thing has been a constant for all things, besides Mark of course. Is that much smith work is done with light strikes and as gentle removal as possible to sneak up on the goal rather than trying to rush to the finish. That said, the most unspoken of rules just seem so obvious as to not need to be said. 1: It's easier to subtract than add. 2: Making extra work takes up your time, time is valuable. Don't spend it if you don't have to. 3: If it's not fitting, take it apart again to find out why. 4: Frustration wastes time, see rule 2 for time. 5: Small steps make big movements. 6: If it's already dickered up, don't make it worse. 7: Know when to push back from the bench to eat. 8: Planning saves time. 9: Ugly and functional can be made pretty later. 10: If you break things, learn from it.

I think Mark would have a field day if he could visit the workshop of Holland and Holland. Of course with the mandatory cigar and whiskey

"He who thinks it foolproof has yet to meet all available fools" is , without a doubt, The single best phrase I've heard this year so far.

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"Katsumoto no longer dishonors himself by using firearms, you see?"

I'm so glad you did a video of this Peabody. I have one that I purchased in '71 when I was 12 years old with the help of my late brother 'Mark's' $95, promptly repaid. I saw it advertised as an 1862 .433 caliber in a local newspaper classified...just had to have it. I did a chamber casting about 30 years ago and the closest determination from the only book I had at the time, a '76 copy of Cartridges of the World was thatvit was probably .43 Spanish. Why not .433 Peabody one may ask? Well, there was simply no loaded cartridge data drawing available to me at the time and I still have not been able locate. This story is much longer, used vintage cartridge purchases, RCBS die set, recently purchased .433 Peabody (10) cartridge pack from Buffalo Arms and I'd like to share this with you someday, Mark. I'd even like to send her in to you to look her over for me. Maybe someday? Anyway, great videos Mr. Novak!

3:33 GERMAN proofmarks I believe...which means this was taken as reparations from France and in store in Germany in 1891? "During the time immediately leading up to, and especially during, the hostilities known as the Franco-Prussian War of 1871, France's state armories were wholly unable to keep up with the demand (stemming not only from mobilization, but from dramatically huge losses of material in the field) for arms of all kinds, especially infantry rifles. France's agents scoured the world for arms and purchased a bewildering variety of small arms in markets around the world. Remington diverted a large contract of M1868 Egyptian Rolling Block rifles to France, and the French also contracted with Peabody for 39,000 rifles, although only about 33,000 were delivered, these being the "Spanish Model" chambered in .43 Spanish. The rifles are not specifically marked, however, interestingly enough, many of these French Contract Peabody rifles can be identified as such because they were later proofed by the Germans, and it is known that large numbers of weapons were both captured by the Germans during the war and seized as reparations after France's capitulation." www.militaryrifles.com/peabodys

Whenever Mark says that anything is "Difficult to screw up" I like to remind myself that difficult isn't the same as impossible, and life can find a way.

So many headaches I had to deal with seem like they came from 50's, 60's "gun smithing" so many really great guns got absolutely ruined in that time period

These videos are very much enjoyed, even by those of us that'll never do more than field strip our ARs. Thanks Mark.

When everything goes smooth on the first pass, I get nervous.

3 years later I’m still looking for the repro Mauser 98k front sight hood that bounced off my glasses….

I've been working on a Gahendra Rifle that didn't have a hammer. several months and many mistakes later I have a hammer that is 7/8 finished and that last 1/8 is a long slow process. but everything else is there and in remarkable shape for it's age so I think it's worth the work.

a weapon with the proper cleaning rod? i don't believe it.

Even if you don't ever work on firearms, the shop knowledge from these videos is invaluable.

Thank you for another quality video!

How did a round, .43 Spanish, that was used in so many rifles, become so obscure? It is very hard to find now and when you do find it it is very expensive.

43 Spanish-ish 😂, a chamber cast would be interesting.

Mark! Thank you for another great video! Since your K98AZ video, I have been able to conserve a Polish K98AZ (coverted to the vz.24 pattern barrel bands, sanitized and then sent to Spain), a 1884 Springfield Trapdoor, a 1895 Chilean Mauser from the Loewe factory, a post-War Chinese-contract C96, a Bolo C96, a Arisaka Trainer rifle, 2x barrels for a semi-auto Mg42, a Stevens Model 24, a C. Baker side-by-side Damascus steel shotgun, and a pre-1916 Gewehr 98 that will be the basis for a WW1 G98 sniper build. Had to get a Walther G43 worked on, but it will get the full conservation when it gets back. Your videos are invaluable!

Mark when I was watching you cutting the sight leaf spring it reminded me of my father when he was working on one of his projects. As usual a great episode teaching how to do it correct.

_"Where is a banana when you really need one"_ Mark Novak. I'll keep this one!! 🤣

Mark, I am 24 and have been into milsurp guns since i was in high school. Im an engineer by trade but I love seeing how my guns work. Your channel has inspired me to take care of my guns, get them out of their stocks, and conserve them where needed. Every time you make these videos, I learn new things from a field I have and will never have professional experience in. Thank you a ton for these videos Mark, been subscribed for 3 years, and what a time its been!

I love big bore blacks. Have two martini henrys in 577-450 and two rolling blocks in 50-70

Another great episode! What a cool weapon too.

Woohoo

Nothing like watching a master at work!

43 Spanish was the caliber of two of 3 my dad had one split cases the other was very nice the other was an odd size caliber but still a Peabody

This was awesome and fun! Have a couple unfinished projects that I’m taking breaks from. Breaks from getting angry that I screwed junk up. I check back in every few months.

The Crown V proof marks ( London View mark) could have been applied ( a) when rifles acquired by Japan, or (b) when surplussed by Japan in 1890s early 1900s through Britain. Peabody's, Mausers, Gras, Martinis were all trialled in 1870s ( during Meiji Restoration 1868) in order to find a suitable system for the new Imperial Army. Interesting gun...Any Japanese marks on it?

32:45 As the man once said about a fifth that amount, "THAT'S A LOT OF NUTS!"

Hi! It seems that old guns have been blued, but is the browning a real thing or is it just rare or something? And thanks for sharing thees videos, there is something relaxing to watch and listen your videos so keep it up... I'd love to see more things like kar 98 video but hey it is what it is... Thanks again you are saving thees guns from decaying into dust and keeping history alive.

I always learn something form each video.

I'm a gun tinker. I have learned a lot from watching you work. Glad your taking the time to share your knowledge.

Mark said “flacid.”

I am impressed by how much of the repairs on older and somewhat rare guns is "trial and error" and requires fitting. There is hope for about any old firearm if it is in the right hands.

Just wanted to say, THANK YOU. I really enjoy your channel and seeing you work.

I always find out how little I know when watching your videos.

An angle grinder, right at the beginning of the video? What're you tryin' to do, give me heart palpitations?

Hey Mark great video and thanks for showing.

Thank you Mr Mark. I really injoy watching your videos. You got to be one of the best Gun smith I've ever seen.

That's one of the Japanese guns of all time

What a beautiful rifle. Awesome mechanics to it. You’re a master. I’m glad you do some things like I do. I don’t feel so stupid anymore. Lol

As always, sir, a pleasure to watch you work

Outstanding vid. Good job.

Mark, Please let us know what the correct chambering turns out to be. I'm curious to know what would be that close to .43 Spanish but yet not quite right. Or is the chamber that worn out?

Always a fascinating trip down a rabbit hole of your choice! Thank you.

23:50 So what you are saying is that a bit of tension reduces flaccidity. I Wonder if that carries over into any other facet of life...

Like that SOTAR patch above your workbench

Thank you both! Always a pleasure! Best wishes, Rich.

Nothing like getting paid to screw up.. lol

Mark, re the split cases, was the chamber converted to .44-77? Just a thought,,,,

Love this content its always a good day when anvil posts

Another one of your and Bruno’s great educational gunsmiithing videos.

I love watching someone who is a master at their craft... You can see the beauty in a gun I could not And then make it that piece of art for everyone to see And that's why Im not a gunsmith

That's a nice Rifle, I find these older fire arms extremely interesting,

Gunsmiths got that .001 stare…

Always some of the most interesting and entertaining content on RU-vid and this episode was a great one!

If you do lose a screw or other small part on the floor you can use a broom to locate it. Make sure any music or TV is off. Drag the broom slowly across the floor like you are painting it and the broom is the roller. Keep the broom straight and go from side to side slowly. Again, pretend you are painting the floor. If the broom grabs the part, you should be able to hear it scraping across the floor. If you have a carpet, well, good luck.

This action reminds me of a Martini Henry, with the drop block, with the difference of this one having external hammer and the Martini having a internal striker, among other slight differences. Enjoy your stuff and thanks for taking the time to share a small part of it.

Truly, one of the best channels on YT. Well made videos. Always happy to see how mr. Mark gives new life for these old guns what have changed the world. Thank you - Mark the Gunsmith and Bruno the man who knows his cameras. All the best and greetings from Estonia

This is a outstanding weapon. And it's a pleasure to see it functional again thank you for sharing this six stars sir

If I only could have started this journey prior to my mid 50’s…😮

great work man, loved the video

Great Anvil as always! Hopefully I'm absorbing some of your knowledge. Now if only I could get the .44 Bulldog back together.🤣 Keep up the fantastic work!

liked and shared before i started watching. i have faith in you, chief. carry on.

.43 Spanish-ish ... wonderful description. Many Thanks for rescuing a thing of such beauty.

I loved the part where you angle grinded the shit out of the spring steel! I was expecting a tiny file to appear... :D

I always learn a ton from your videos Thanks Mark

" Outstanding" As always Sir Thankyou.

Hey, when are you going to run for office? Why? you use a Ticonderoga #2 if i am not mistaken. If you are a real American you would use a number 1` but i digress you are still the real deal. Throw your hat in, why not? We deserve you.

Hand fitting is something I do a lot of. You made me not afraid to do it so thanks.

I wish I could’ve named a band “the Sub Gismos” in the 80s.

Another great video. Thanks Mark.

This is by far my favorite channel on RU-vid. I wish there were similar channels to watch

When i was a young man i mowed lawns in Rhode Island for a black powder gunsmith out of Texas, who summered there. I wish i remembered his name. His " garage" had some goodies, kind of what got me into machining. He had a benchtop shaper that i used to love and watch. What a cool machine tool. Anyways i forget my point exept i love black powder and i love machine work.

Always interesting content and the best bumper music.

Thank you, Mark. Always enjoy and pick up something! Love watching you make springs.

Love your channel. Please keep downloading material

i have been needing this.....thank you

Thank you very much for this and all other videos. Highly entertaining, fun and educational!!!!

Sight pointed towards enemy to tell them they're about to have a really bad day?

?!! I'm sure I remember from somewhere that it was found that the cartridge feed ramp had to be left in the white, & was polished the bejeezus out of - otherwise the brass started hanging up on it. Go check. Prove me wrong. I'm always glad to have my memory proved wrong - because we both learn.

Mark said something that really jogged my noggin. "this gun isn't British, it's American." it seems like the British have a thing for adopting foreign guns: the peabody is American, so was the lee. They adopted the belgian fal during the cold war. The sa80 is basically an ar180 and now they adopted an upgrade package from germany. Of course they modify the actions a lot but I find this amusing.

Outstanding.

As always another great episode, thanks for sharing!

Wishing a speedy recovery, been missing the weekly uploads!

I've been paid to screw up too. Now I'm 'independent' shall we say, I don't screw up so much

Nice lines on that rifle.

Nice..Q..how are ya with ..Colt 1877's.

Tony comes through! Nice job Restomod crew!

I’m smoking a Mexican te-amo cigar while watching this. 🎉

Thanks for the video

Master gunsmith!

How do you put the sights on backwards what's your volly sight set to umm yes it is set

Thanks Mark. Excellent