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Colt Navy 1851: The Revolver That Defined an Era
Sleek, balanced, and deadly accurate, the Colt Navy became one of the most popular revolvers of the 19th century. Its use in the Civil War and on the frontier made it a symbol of American grit.
An extraordinary discovery unfolds as a vintage Ruger 1851 Navy revolver, found in a river and heavily corroded, undergoes a stunning restoration. Watch the intricate process of removing rust ...
A Colt Single Action Army revolver, well-known to collectors as "Black Beauty" realized $1.6 million during Rock Island Auction Company's (RIAC) May Premier Auction.
Object Details licensee Colt, Samuel maker Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company Location Currently not on view Credit Line U.S. Department of the Interior. National Park Service. Museum ...
The Smith & Wesson Schofield Revolver almost beat the Colt Peacemaker and it led to the .45 ACP. Here's what all shooters should know about it.
IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This six-shot .36 caliber revolver ...
A Colt revolver carried into the Battle of Little Bighorn by legendary cavalry officer Myles Moylan headlines Rock Island Auction Co.'s "premiere" May 2024 auction.
Continue Reading Exquisite pair of factory-engraved Colt 1851 Navy Revolvers commissioned and purchased by Victor Emmanuel II, first King of Italy, for presentation to General Alessandro Negri di ...