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I Have This Old Gun: Colt 1860 Army Revolver

For the Union Army during the American Civil War, its officers and cavalry troopers relied on one of Colt's most notable ...
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I Have This Old Gun: Colt Police Positive

** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. ** Colt was instrumental in the ...
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The Three Double-Action Revolvers Every Old West Cowboy Owned

The solid-frame, swing-out-cylinder revolver (think Colt New Service, S&W Hand Ejector) proved stronger, simpler to keep in time, and easier to service. Top-breaks were elegant but mechanically busy; ...
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Colt New Service 45 Revolver

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. overall: 2 in x 10 3/4 in x 6 in; ...
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Colt M1917 Revolver

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. When the U.S. entered World War I, ...
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RANKED: The U.S. Army’s 5 Best Handguns Of All Time

Key Points and Summary - We present a historically informed list that ranks the top five sidearms in U.S. Army history. -The iconic M1911 .45 ACP takes the top spot for its power, reliability, and 75 ...