IntroductionOne could be excused for harking back to the times of the Old West, when guns were as much a man’s trusty companion as his horse, and few firearms represent this era better than the Schofield Smith & Wesson Model 3. This thing made a real difference, especially to those who favored fighting from up…
Category: Pistols
The 1738 Land Service (Heavy Dragoon) Pistol
Introduction to the 1738 Land Service (Heavy Dragoon) PistolIn the ceaseless echo of history, the roar of guns ceaselessly reverberates. One instrument of such power that leaves an indelible print on the timeline is the 1738 Land Service, also known as the Heavy Dragoon Pistol.In a time of flintlocks and powder, the 1738 Land Service…
The M1892 Revolver: A learning experience
M1892In the vast world of firearms, a standout piece is the M1892 Revolver, or as it is more formally known, the Colt Model 1892 New Army & Navy Revolver. This firearm not only proved its mettle in battle but also paved the way for the modernization of military sidearms. A close examination of the M1892…
The Sharps Breech Loading Pistol: A Testament of Time
One of the most well-known firearms in history, the Sharps Breech Loading Pistol, was not just a weapon; it was a testament to the innovative prowess of the 19th-century arms industry.Overview of the Sharps Breech Loading PistolThe Sharps Breech Loading Pistol is a .36 caliber, single-shot, percussion pistol, renowned for its rifled breech-loading mechanism. Manufactured…
The 1872 Swiss Revolver: A Historical Overview
Introduction to the 1872 Swiss Revolver (aka Ordonnanzrevolver 1872) The 1872 Swiss Revolver, also known as the Model 1872 or M1872 or the Ordonnanzrevolver 1872 or revolver d’ordonnance modèle 1872, is a single-action revolver that was developed in Switzerland in the early 1870s. Designed and produced by the Swiss Federal Armory in Bern, this revolver…
Luger Pistol: Historical Evolution
Introduction to the Luger Pistol The Luger Pistol, officially known as the Pistole Parabellum 1908 or simply as the Parabellum, is a toggle-locked recoil-operated semi-automatic pistol that was designed by Georg Luger in 1898 and produced by German arms manufacturer Deutsche Waffen- und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) beginning in 1900. Here’s an overview of its history, development,…
Confederate Firearms: Weapons of The South
“Private Edmund Ruffin, Confederate soldier” by Marion Doss is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Introduction to Confederate Firearms The American Civil War was a crucible that tested the mettle of the United States, a nation on the brink of dissolution over deep-seated issues such as state rights and slavery. The war’s outcome depended heavily on the men who…
The Union Army Arsenal: Firearms of the North
Civil War Breech-loading carbines (From Top to Bottom): Starr carbine, .54 Cal., Burnside carbine, 4th Type, Sharps carbine, New Model, Gwyn & Campbell carbine, Type 2, Merrill carbine. The Union Army Arsenal The American Civil War, which spanned from 1861 to 1865, was an epoch of extraordinary technological growth. One area that bore witness to…
The Remington Beals Revolver: An American Classic
Introduction In the narrative of the American West, few elements are as iconic as the revolver. This narrative weaves a story of a growing nation, of frontier life, and the men and women who tamed the wild expanses. Amidst the pantheon of firearms that defined this era, one stands out in particular for its robustness…