Bloke on the Russian Nagant M1895 Gas Seal Revolver

[@hasanmichael4966]

Firearms don't need to be high end and beautiful to be interesting and fun.

[@trmccann]

I was given a non operational Nagant and I was able to restore it after watching a couple of video's that covered assembly and disassembly. It's now a fully functioning firearm. It wasn't hard to do, just sort of a puzzle game.

[@johnhans2929]

Practice with one of these, and the trigger-pull on everything else is cake.

[@tfbtv]

I shot my S&W Military and Police straight afterwards. Despite the objectively too-small grip it seemed to fill my hand, and the trigger was match-grade in comparison, lol ~Mike

[@dolunay9087]

*YOU CAN FREAKIN SUPPRESS IT , HELL YEAH*

[@harisvucan7709]

I have a one , original 1914, with all hallmarks match. Found it in the ceiling of my village house during renovation.

[@willclarke7861]

Is it bad that I want one with a threaded barrel for a suppressor just because.

[@Masta_E]

Been playing to much pubg? 😉

[@willclarke7861]

Edward L. Nah, I just like stupid things.

[@genghiskhan6809]

Edward L. 1 of the reasons I want one. Plus I heard that it’s good for handloading.

[@Masta_E]

Lol I agree with everything commented. All guns are beautiful. 😂

[@TheBetterManInBlack]

Soviets had and twist on silencer that was used by their special ops guys. The cartridge, because of the gas seal is surprisingly powerful compared to the other cartridges of the day. The biggest thing, though, is how ridiculously comfortable the grip is.

[@carterthompson9473]

Hey, did you know you can suppress those? (TFB throwback ;))

[@danendraarkananta9442]

Carter Thompson wanting to back in time

[@matthewturner7691]

YOU DIDN'T WAY H THE VIDEO😂🤣

[@dobypilgrim6160]

At least he apparently shoots better than Alex did.

[@deviousdoggo5534]

I personally own one of these same models and it's honestly one of my favorite revolvers. I even have the original flap holster with a U.S. customs stamp on the inside.

[@dobypilgrim6160]

Yes .32 H&R Mag in it. Works great. Also Sellier & Bellot make it as well. That PPU ammo is sluggish. Originally the revolver ammo was loaded it about 1000-1100 fps.

[@christopherreed4723]

After shooting a friend's Nagant revolver, I've come to several conclusions regarding this firearm: 1) It is the perfect pistol...to keep in a small glass case as a response to anyone who whines about their issue sidearm being "crappy". 2) I'm told the Russians refer to the M91/30 rifle as the "Mosin", as opposed to non-Russians, who call it the "Mosin-Nagant". While the Nagant who helped design the rifle was not the same as the one who designed the pistol (his brother, iirc?), I'm pretty certain this pistol, and it's stirling qualities, is the true reason why the name "Nagant" is omitted. 3) Words are not sufficient to describe the atrociousness of the trigger pull, especially in double action. If invaded by imperialist hordes, I would reccomend strapping the pistol securely to a tree (pointing in the appropriate direction) and pulling the trigger by means of a tractor and a stout length of chain.

[@ZoSo1973]

What people don’t realize is that the PPU ammo is weak as hell. Surplus 7.62x38, which is available and not expensive, gets 1000-1100 fps

[@algrimsey]

Your videos are always very interesting. Thanks for the historical and slightly weird content.

[@240pixel]

uncle of mine carried one chambered for tokarev 7.62x25 round while in Soviet Black sea navy during 60's cool gun but now very outdated..

[@redwolf-fy4sq]

240pixel thats what the tt3(i think,forget the number) and skechin aps shit right?

[@dobypilgrim6160]

240pixel No, actually he didn't.

[@240pixel]

redwolf 2077 thats the same round TT-33 Tokarev is chambered for. APS however is for 9x18 Makarov round

[@240pixel]

Doby Pilgrim pretty sure he did. Has plenty of pictures to prove.

[@ZoSo1973]

Doby Pilgrim It is possible to rechamber one of these to fire this round. Smart? No. Safe? Probably not. But it is possible. Why do you insist on being a prick

[@Spitsz01]

Nice to have you back!

[@fafhrdkreig4739]

Thanks for the great vid Bloke.

[@friartuck103]

I want some more Top 5 videos from James!

[@Thrawnmulus]

Yeah, the powder charge was notoriously underpowered especially for how long the case is. I would like to see a modern take on a gas sealed revolver though

[@bryanthebryan2638]

I love learning about odd firearms. Great job on this. Very entertaining.

[@ditzylemmon5094]

I enjoyed this a lot. These are cool

[@Predalien195]

Problem with the Nagant's is they were originally a single action design and made into a DA/SA gun and that makes the trigger a horrible 20+ lb pull... This was the same problem with the Colt DA/SA revolvers based on the Single Action Army they made. Now, the Nagant is actually a fun range gun however. It's primary caliber is a bit hard to source at times and costly however it can safely fire .32 S&W Short and .32 S&W Long, however you'd be best served by a jacketed round vs lead round nose as the gas seal causes more friction and atomizes the lead before it leaves the barrel so lead fouling is a problem. It can even shoot .32 H&R Magnum safely as well due to it not only being a shorter cartridge but the gas seal causes a loss of pressure in addition to it being shorter and actually is well within safe operating levels. The Nagant is a rather rugged design and can easily handle it. There were also at a time .32 ACP conversion cylinders out there.

[@GrumpyGenXGramps]

BLOKE!! Glad to see you on here!

[@NonyaDamnbusiness]

Fascinating look at a craptacular pistol.

[@m.velasco8760]

Great video.

[@toofar7493]

That is one of the best reasons to buy a gun I've heard! "Yeah, I bought all this ammo I guess I better buy the gun for it now" LOL love the video keep up the good work!

[@keeman4454]

I have one of these, they are super fun to shoot. Although, I've never had any issue with the the brass casings sticking like you described. I just have to tip mine back and they just fall out. Sometimes one will get a little more stuck than the others, but I just have to tap it with my finger, then it drops out.

[@yuribartieniev8364]

Keelan Ross Finally somebody brought that. Thank you for your comment, brother. I used to work as a security guard on a factory next to the railroad in Russia. I used to carry a Nagant 1895 as a sidearm until we were issued Tokarevs. Nagant is a good revelver if you know how to use it well.

[@stevemc6010]

Keelan Ross that’s literally the BF1 reload animation lol

[@anvior45]

The fact that the trigger pull is nasty makes sense. It is literally a triple action gun, moving the cylinder, cocking the hammer... And then firing the gun.

[@ABC21129]

anvior45 on the bright side it'd be really hard to ND it.

[@DobleWhiteAndStabley]

I remember when bloke on the range was a small channel still. Very pleased he is getting more attention.

[@zedirich7]

I 'Ave one one these buggers. Noice gun mate.

[@user-yw9bs1cl3c]

The Greek army used the same gun in small numbers (commercial model of the same gun made in Belgium) from about 1912 to 1940, and ammunition was manufactured for this also.

[@SteveVi0lence]

Bloke doesn't get enough love

[@slywolf1972]

Good video. The only correction I'd make is that the new ammo is low charged. The original military loading (as can be seen in milsurp) is 1,100ft/sec not 750ft/sec like PPU or Fiocchi ammo. Personally I just shoot milsurp for mine but I'm starting to get into PPU to avoid corrosive primers and my local range doesn't allow steel projectiles (another difference between new commercial and milsurp 7.62x38r) on their pistol range backdrop.

[@DavidKiwacka]

Good stuff! It is an odd but cool old gun.

[@grugg3108]

Yay supressable revolvers!

[@matthewcarlson9443]

I've found that when I shoot it, I don't need to pull out the ejector rod and am usually able to just push the front of the empty casing with my finger which most of the time is enough to push out the empty casing which makes it empty A LOT faster this way. Only sometimes I need to use the ejector rod to push out empty rounds.

[@davidherbst]

Fiocci also makes the occasional batch of 7.62x38R. The original surplus is getting hard to find. Maybe it’s shooting low because the new commercial loadings are substantially lighter than the original Russian load.

[@tfbtv]

It's not shooting low, it's shooting a foot high ;) ~Mike

[@davidherbst]

странный…

[@daveidpliskin5026]

also they are a touch lighter but not "Substancially" commerical loads seems to shoot 750-800 while surplus seems to shoot 800- 850

[@aframs-cctaf-rams-cct6424]

Where’s James? We need James!

[@rollthelosingdice]

It's a novelty item, very nice revolver!

[@Quality_Guru]

You certainly will not go through a lot of ammo with this revolver. It's like having a steam punk pistol.

[@lordmeme8432]

All in all... Don't miss.

[@bigmike9128]

This can be supressed

[@Scuba128]

I've had one of these for about 10 years. Quite pleased with it given the $79.99 I paid for it back then. Definitely gives your trigger finger a workout though.

[@tarstakars]

The odd thing is is I've never had a case stick in mine, I don't even use the extractor, I open the loading gate and turn the Pistol barrel up rotate the cylinder push on the cases with my fingertip and they just popped out and fall to the ground I think I can unload it and under 2 seconds

[@theironmanx428]

What is that artwork behind him called? Really interested

[@a.t6066]

Is there any way to lighten the trigger pull?

[@jgranger3532]

How is this gun better than a .44 Smith and Wesson Russian other than one extra round?

[@user-yj8vj3sq6j]

weight and smokeless powder

[@goldilox7653]

I wouldn't carry one or anything, but I honestly find this to be an attractive revolver.

[@Lando_P1]

More bloke!!!

[@LOUDcarBOMB]

It would be interesting to see someone design a gas sealed autorevolver, and could accept a shoulder stock (been wanting to do something like that myself).

[@zombieplus1423]

Would an Imperial Nagant be sighted in better? I have no idea what the QC was like back in the days of the Tsar if someone could enlighten me.

[@dbmail545]

I lucked upon a spam can of ammo dated '77 a few years ago. Corrosively primed but shoots just fine. I wish I still had my father's 1945 Tula gun. A bit nicer than my gun. I wonder what prompted the Soviets to load ammo and rebuild the ones on hand in the late 70's.

[@Eastwood007x]

It’s almost like Alex and Patrick didn’t do a video on this revolver before... hmmm

[@arch758]

i dont care if its a bit of an old broken work dog, i still love it to bits

[@airbomb34]

I see you didn't try to measure weight of trigger pull. You probably did and it broke the device.

[@Killerbill54nx]

This is something people would use as a last last resolute

[@politicallyunreliable4985]

Nice addition with "Bloke".

[@Stargazer80able]

A couple of years ago, I read a comment on a video about this revolver- saying that some russian war hero from ww2 would take great offence of the misrepresenting the ease of reload and power of the gun..... I wonder if the lad ever shot the gun outside a computergame, LOL Thanks for the video Botr :D

[@ramsrepublic8477]

Has the trigger pinched your finger when firing?

[@VanillaGorilla502]

Too bad you don't have the threaded model to show off how well it suppresses

[@chriswesney]

Where are you located? I'm sure regular viewers know but I am curious where, outside California and New York, you have to apply for a permit to own a weapon.

[@MrPhil360]

I've been looking for one but they're kind of hard to find in the states

[@BelialsGenuflect]

Go on Gun Broker, quite a few on there for less than a grand.

[@tendrix10]

“Another crappy euro gun from TFB” this is why I subscribe to this channel :)

[@DudeInWalmart]

TFB tv got too many adds popping up especially when I click on the newsletters they send out. That and the constant pop up asking me to subscribe to something that I'm already subscribe take up most of my screen and make the phone lag several seconds. The issue is mainly with the phone. What's keeping me from unsubscribing is that I love the content. I'm always learning something new. So much good info.

[@Dgotpwnd]

The one I got shoots a little high and to the left

[@fadedjate7230]

Seems that one was surprisingly reliable.

[@Puddin127]

No gun back on ww1 was a speed shooter. I love these vids when folks complain about revolvers and unloading/reloading. You think they chose that method over something like a magazine? No...its all they had. Just shoot and have fun and carry something easy.

[@tfbtv]

Ahem! Webley Mk.VI, Colt New Service and S&W Hand Ejector with a Prideaux speedloader. Or a Colt or S&W M1917 with half-moons ;) ~Mike

[@Reactordrone]

Even the Russians had S&W No. 3 top break auto ejectors so it's not like they didn't know about them.

[@BudgetGuns]

Colt 1911, Luger...

[@BelialsGenuflect]

You do realize there was a vast selection of auto loaders during the first world war right? On top of that a single action colt army has an easier time ejecting spent cases. This was crap even for WWI standards.

[@Alhy-ls3dv]

Puddin127 the magnificent incredible and OP M1911 ? (not a revolver but u just said speed shooters ;)

[@user-hn2gy4ug9x]

Russian Nagant is unique of its history. This gun came threw Russian-Japan war 1902-1904; russian revolution in 1905; revolution of 1917; russian civil war 1918-1922; World War II; it was jused by famoust bandits and russian police; by red army officers and russian white army in civil war ..... For Russia it is real history! It means very mutch.

[@londonjolly9174]

Yeah, they're really neat for 250 bucks. But that trigger is no joke, it is absolutely the worst I've ever felt. Double action might honestly be 20+ lbs on the example I felt.

[@anvior45]

I would say it is actually a triple-action. It pushes the cylinder to get the gas seal, it cocks the hammer, and fires the gun. So not surprising the pull is a bit much!

[@londonjolly9174]

Gotta check out the DP51 for that triple action, my dude.

[@ChrisB.C.]

I actually remember seeing them I'm some old gun trade magazines for around $50, and you could buy a conversion cylinder to shoot something like .32ACP out of them for just an additional $75!

[@jeffreymcfadden9403]

when these came to USA market about 10 yrs ago,,,they were $99.

[@charger19691]

London Jolly , the measured trigger pull on my Nagant revolver in double action is 23 pounds.

[@superstrongtoa]

Is the Reichsrevolver M1883 better than this?

[@danielbutka8854]

The reichsrevolver might be better ballistically, but I would always take the nagant because it's smaller/lighter, double action (though I probably won't use double action unless it's a point blank emergency), and most importantly it has an ejector rod built in.

[@superstrongtoa]

Daniel Butka would the M1883, the lighter and more compact variant just be as handy as the nagant? Also I heard that the Reichsrevolver was extremely robust, despite the fact it does not have an enjector rod?

[@danielbutka8854]

superstrongtoa The only difference between the 1879 and 1883 is the barrel length. This doesn't change the fact that the reichsrevolver has a massive frame, cylinder, and grip. I don't own a reichsrevolver, but my Nagant is very lightweight and handy.

[@ABC21129]

I wouldn't take the Reichrevolver over the Nagant

[@kyleacunia9383]

You left out the most important question. Does it take glock mags???

[@dt-4535]

Try a Martini Henry Trigger Pull.

[@thebotrchap]

SGT SKUNK I have a MKI Martini, it still has the intermediate sear. The trigger is great and breaks like glass.

[@elenakeqi4793]

❤super nagant❤

[@behindenemylines3361]

A bet reloading the brass would a bit of a challenge

[@LYLEWOLD]

"... and he'd be right!" sounded very Lloydian.

[@pricklydingus8604]

Can you silence these?

[@papabeanguy]

yes actually crazy as it sounds.

[@ADRay1999]

I still prefer the colt single action army with a 5.5 in barrel, heavy engraving all over the revolver and with ivory or pearl Handel grips

[@Master_of_Critique]

I used to own one of these. It was a piece of shit and the cylinder would lock up after almost every shot. I'll never buy from Aim Surplus again too

[@Master_of_Critique]

I had a DA officers model btw

[@jeremyortlepp8000]

Tom Anderson you just need some fixing up, as one Soviet commander once said “any problem you have with a nagant revolver can be fixed with a hammer” good luck with the mil surps

[@icetea1455]

i have this gun as a home defense i dont know if this is reliable....

[@ABC21129]

The military ammo is actually quite a bit hotter than the commercial stuff you have there. Also cases don't stick that badly in mine, they just fall out with gravity, or a fingernail to pull a stuck one out

[@MatthewAshmore]

mcjagermech thank you! I've seen estimates that new manufacture ammo is about 2/3 the power of the military loads

[@ABC21129]

Matthew Ashmore yup! I bet it's a liability issue

[@tfbtv]

My 750 fps is from the Russian military manual. I haven't measured that Prvi's velocity. ~Mike

[@ABC21129]

TFB TV hmm, I have heard of surplus doing around 1000 fps, but I could be wrong. I do know that fiocci and ppu loads are loaded light though. If you ever do a chrony comparison it'd be interesting to see what you find, maybe you could do a video comparing the nagant to that BP Swiss revolver and your Wesley

[@MatthewAshmore]

I've seen talk of it pushing 1300 ft/sec forums.gunboards.com/showthread.php?186823-Chronograph-comparison-of-Suprlus-Nagant-revolver-ammo#/topics/186823?page=2

[@arilagi]

either mike is a same guy from " vsauce" and "today i found out" :D

[@nathancombs11]

I have one, i call it my P shooter lol. For war NOP AND NOP but i think its fun to shoot.

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Don't let James bash crappy Euro pistols. Hehehe...

[@tfbtv]

I *love* my crappy Euro pistols. James is right that they're crappy. But he's wrong that they're not cool :) ~Mike

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Me too! The 'crappier', the better! Hehehe...

[@joseeduardomagadan9728]

Can we see the Mexican version

[@Mildcat743]

jose eduardo magadan the Piepers are rather rare compared to the Nagants.

[@quinnmoore5985]

Mmmmm... Nothing better than 7 hot ass casings in your hand

[@diegoperez0]

something sure is that almost everyone wants one

[@edi9892]

Why wouldn't they just copy a 1911? Personally, I think the Luger was better but more complicated to make and maintain...

[@luckyluke-ni9ml]

I would like to own that gun but it would be a novtiy gun.

[@aldoraine3364]

Has a 20 lbs trigger pull, not good. I rather stick with my Long Colt because it has a special place in my heart.

[@yuribartieniev8364]

It is usually a case if the revolver was arsenal refurbished. A simple solution is the lube.

[@Foche_T._Schitt]

According to Ian the refurb actions aren't as nice.

[@garomcfbgdd3211]

I hear you can silence it

[@Douglas-Ops]

My favorite crappy European revolver. 👌

[@S0REN_]

Every video I've seen so far on the Nagant makes a special point to state how "terrible" the double action trigger pull is. Yall must have some weak ass hands.

[@frankdamsy9715]

This seems like a step backwards from the Smith and Wesson Russia used before this.

[@ABC21129]

frank damsy it may have been, but the Nagant isn't a bad revolver either, the S&W certainly had the edge in power though

[@BelialsGenuflect]

Edge in just about every way

[@ABC21129]

Mya Elbows well the S&W wins in power, ease of loading and better trigger. The Nagant is smaller and lighter, has less recoil, has an extra round of capacity and is available in double action and uses smokeless powder.

[@marsilingmartian239]

The pistol is for Russian roulette. The player have 1/7 chance to survive. Unlike the 5 rounds or 6 rounds revolvers.

[@user-yj8vj3sq6j]

6 to 1

[@robbylee3042]

Is this the revolver from pubg because im pretty sure it is

[@francez123456789]

"another crappy euro pistol" *laughs in American*

[@hquiller]

If that junk of revolver costs more than $50, I don't want it...

[@jakekaywell5972]

The days of Soviet firearms, including this Nagant revolver, being under $100 are LONG over. Just as well, because these things are fantastic!

[@schmeisser0798]

Weak damage cartridge, not accurate as 9mm, .455, .45ACP, 7.62 Tokarev pistols, slow speed of reloading. Good gun for self-defense in California.

[@grando111]

soviet quality control? the gun is older than the soviets...

[@tfbtv]

Mine is 1936. The other guy one the range had one from 1944. Both built under Soviet qualty control ;)

[@DemetryG]

Soviet quality control in a revolver designed and produced before the soviets? Lol ok

[@Legitpenguins99]

A significant amount of the ones on the market were made by the soviets in WW2

[@flyingninja1234]

Bramit device.