Colt 1851 Navy

The rhythmic clicking of a percussion revolver, the sharp scent of burnt powder, the satisfying thud of a lead ball impacting its goal – these have been the sensory hallmarks of an period. Earlier than self-contained cartridges dominated the world of handguns, the Colt 1851 Navy revolver, a masterpiece of engineering and aesthetic attraction, reigned … Read more

The Colt 1851 Navy: A Genesis in Gunmaking The echoes of gunfire, the acrid scent of gunpowder, and the glint of daylight on polished metal – these are the photographs that always accompany the story of the Colt 1851 Navy revolver. This iconic sidearm, an emblem of the American West, naval energy, and the tumultuous … Read more