Colt 1861 Navy (foreground) and 1860 Army (background) "File:Coltnewmodles.jpg" by Michael E. Cumpston is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. Samuel Colt's masterful creations, the 1851 Navy and the 1860 Army revolvers, have left an indelible mark in the annals of firearms history. These two revolvers, despite their shared heritage, possess distinct differences, including their design, configuration, caliber, and...
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The .50-70 Government Cartridge: Black Powder Big Bad Boy
The .50-70 Government (aka .50-70 govt) cartridge holds a prominent place in the annals of firearm history. Introduced in the post-Civil War era, the .50-70 played a critical role in the development of modern firearms and ammunition. Invention and History The .50-70 Government cartridge was first introduced in 1866 by the United States. It was...
The Maynard Carbine: An Early American Breech-Loading Firearm
The Maynard Carbine is a firearm that played an integral role in the history of American firearms. Developed in the mid-19th century, the carbine represented significant advancements in firearms technology, and was used extensively during the American Civil War. The Maynard Carbine was developed by Dr. Edward Maynard, a prominent American dentist who had an...
The Model 1848 Belgian Carbine
The mid-19th century witnessed significant advances in firearms technology, which revolutionized warfare on the global stage. Among the multitude of firearms developed during this era, one that stands out due to its unique design and performance is the Model 1848 Belgian Carbine. Prior to the advent of the Model 1848 Belgian Carbine, the mid-19th century...