History of Firearms Covered in Online Video Series

Sturm, Ruger & Co. has created a series of 11 short videos that trace the history of firearms, from matchlocks to modern semi-autos. Ruger’s “History of the Gun” video series provides a fascinating look at firearms technology throughout the years. The host is Garry James, Senior Editor of Guns & Ammo magazine. Featured here is Segment 7 on Rifling. Other installments in the series are linked below.

Part 1: Hand Cannons Part 2: The Matchlock Part 3: The Wheellock Part 4: The Flintlock Part 5: Percussion Weapons Part 6: Cartridge Guns Part 7: Rifling Part 8: Breechloaders Part 9: Repeating Rifles Part 10: Revolvers Part 11: Semi-Auto Pistols

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Tags: Flintlock, Lever Gun, Matchlock, Muzzle Loader, Percussion, Revolver