Simple, straightforward and easily understood explanation of how to replace an 1866's main spring. About the only thing I do differently, is to place a shim between the frame and main spring, rather than loosening the spring retaining screw to control spring tension. The mainspring retaining screw can then be tightened fully.
My bowl broke on my 1866 the little bottom piece of it on the last time I went to shoot called manufacturers from all over no one had one to replace it because I haven't very old uberti 1866 bought a new bolt and it's too long keep in mind my 66 is a 38 special the bolt that I bought is for 357 or 38
Yesterday I shot an 1866 45 Colt for the first time, in a match, without even a single test shot before. I ended up top Frontier Cartridge and 6 overall out of 19 shooters. Not a big turnout due to 97 degree heat. Great fun!
It is great to see a new video. I was getting worried as a while since the last one. What about a video on gun carts? Some people have some pretty interesting gun carts. Thanks for the videos.
I’ve pretty much gone to a once a month upload schedule. Between this channel, my other channel and life (family, hobbies, chores), I realized I don’t have time for a consistent weekly-upload. So, my choice was to post basic, unedited, stage shooting videos on this channel WEEKLY or keep up with the quality editing long-form content that JED iTV is known for and post less often. I choose the latter. I have often thought about doin’ an episode on Guncarts… one of these day.
Well on my last day of shooting I took first in the SASS Texas state championship for frontier cartridge gunfighter (Yes that category is your fault, lol) and had a ton of fun doing it.
Distractions. (Eyeroll.) At least the Yellowboy came together, eventually. Plus, the pistol work was pretty good as usual. You'll soon come right, mate.
Finally got back out there this pasted week.Covid out me out of commission since Oct. Got to use my new 66, and 87. Won the Fla Best dressed Classic Cowboy. Not clean missed 2times. That 66 ran really fast. 87 took five stages to figure it out by the last stage I was in the mid 30's. Hopefully next big match those number will improve. Good video. I have every spring I've ever changed just in case one break.
Great video! Are you going to be the SASS match in Albany at the end of the month? I'm going to visit for my first match. Your channel is a huge part of the reason that I'm going and getting into the sport!
I won’t be at that match, I’ll be at the Washington State Championships. But, I do get down that way occasionally so I’m sure I’ll see ya on that range. Say howdy to everyone for me (you’ll recognize a lot of faces from the show). -Jed 🤠
Hi there Mr Knight :) Can you make a video about how to make black powder 45.70 ammunition? Your 38.special, 12 gauge and 44.40 videos were the sparks of my black powder shooting hobby :)
I really like ‘em. I will say that I do prefer the smaller Navy style grip. I can shoot these just fine, but I may end up seeing if I can fit standard grip frames on them at some point. Maybe…
Hey jed have you considered that your firing pin return spring was too heavy, I have a mate with a uberti 1866 and its firing pin return spring was super heavy from factory
Hey, Jed I! I have a question if you dont mind. Im torn between purchasing the Uberti Cattleman 2 and a Ruger Vaquero. I know by watching your videos you shoot a plethora of Ubertis, but others have said that the Vaquero is far superior to the Uberti revolvers… as someone with not a lot of money i want to make the best purchase. If you have time, id love to hear your opinion on which is “better” and why. Its worth saying, currently in 2023 the Uberti Cattleman 2 im finding for $550 in my area, and the Ruger Vaquero is $850 (give or take $50 on both firearms)… id love to hear your response! And thank you for your time! Love the videos!
Well, I shoot Rugers, Uberti and Piettas… and don’t have an issue with any of ‘em. I have one pair of Uberti’s that gave me issues from the start and have been to a ‘smith several times. Other than that pair every other Italian revolver I have is stock, taken straight out of the box to the range. I did buy a pair of Rugers recently and had them tricked up with just about everything a gunsmith could do to ‘em - and, yep, they shoot great. But, it was a LOT of money to get that done and I mostly did it because of what I do. The Ubertis/Piettas are going to be a lot more authentic to the original firearms of the era. The Rugers are probably going to be a little sturdier in build quality, maybe. You should try ‘em both and see which fits your hand better. Unless there is a big difference in the way they feel to you… well, I wouldn’t pay an extra $600 for a pair of firearms if I was on a budget. I hope that info helps in making a decision.
@@JEDiTV thank you so much JED i for the info and taking the time to reach out with such a thorough response! Most RU-vidrs don’t even acknowledge questions like i had, so i appreciate it greatly! I will definitely take your expertise into account when choosing the newest addition to my firearm collection. Ive been loving the content (even though I’m a fairly new subscriber to your channel) and cant wait to see more videos in the future! Hope all is well with you, and thank you again!! God bless! 🤠🇺🇸🙏
hi, I'm new to Cowboy action shooting and looking to pick up some gear to try it out. unfortunately I can't borrow anyone's stuff so I'll have to pick up my own. can you help with gear, holsters, etc. for those starting out or just trying it out? maybe decent budget stuff? thank you!
In my opinion, no. In fact, I really wish the ‘66 came with the lever safety that is on the ‘73. If you run a ‘66 really fast it is possible to have an out-of-battery discharge. This happens when you pull the trigger without having the lever all the way closed. It’s dangerous (ask me how I know 😉). Leave that safety where it is, it’s a design improvement. -Jed. 🤠
Yeah, I gotta do that every once in a while to clear out the Black Powder fouling… next time I’m gonna video it so I can show other folks how it’s done (I’m sure I’ll have to edit the language 😉).
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