Colt 1861 Navy (foreground) and 1860 Army (background) "File:Coltnewmodles.jpg" by Michael E. Cumpston is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. Few firearms have shaped American history like the Colt 1851 Navy and the Colt 1860 Army revolvers. Designed by Samuel Colt, these two cap-and-ball revolvers were not only some of the most widely used handguns of the mid-19th century...
Category: Pistols
The Dance Brothers Revolver: A Testament to Texas Craftsmanship and Confederate Resolve
In the annals of American firearms history, few weapons embody the resilience and ingenuity of Southern gunsmithing during the Civil War as profoundly as the Dance Brothers revolver. Manufactured in Texas by the Dance family, these rare and distinctive six-shooters served as a crucial alternative to Colt revolvers at a time when the Confederacy was...
The Unyielding Legacy of the French-Made .44 Caliber Lefaucheux Pistol: The Reign of Pinfire
The .44 caliber Lefaucheux pistol stands as one of the most innovative revolvers in firearms history. Originating in mid-19th century France, this vintage revolver is renowned for its groundbreaking pinfire mechanism—a design that not only redefined ignition technology but also laid the foundation for modern cartridge-based firearms. Its robust construction, thoughtful ergonomics, and historical significance...
Sam Bass and his trusted arsenal
In the annals of Wild West history, few names evoke as much fascination and admiration as Sam Bass, the notorious outlaw whose exploits became the stuff of legend. While his life may have been short-lived, Bass left an indelible mark on the history of the American West. Known for his daring train robberies and charismatic...