Variety of pistols, incl Colts Deringer pistol / Peacemaker
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Variety of pistols, incl Colts Deringer pistol / Peacemaker
A variety of pistols, including Colts Deringer pistol, the Snapchance Revolver, a full-size cartridge, a US Cavalry Colt Sa (Single Action Army - Peacemaker).45 revolver (circa 1877) and a self-extracting Revolver.
circa 1880
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases a diverse collection of pistols, each with its unique history and design, dating back to the late 1800s. The central focus of the photograph is the Colts Deringer pistol, a pocket-sized, muzzle-loading flintlock pistol, which gained popularity among soldiers and civilians alike during the early 19th century. Next to it lies the Snapchance Revolver, a single-shot, percussion cap pistol that was widely used in the American West. Its distinctive design allowed the cylinder to be snapped out, making the process of reloading easier and faster. A full-size cartridge revolver, believed to be a US Cavalry Colt Single Action Army (SAA), also known as the Peacemaker, is displayed. This iconic firearm, chambered in .45 Long Colt, was the standard sidearm of the US Army from 1873 to 1892 and became synonymous with the American frontier. Another interesting piece in the collection is a self-extracting Revolver, which was designed to automatically eject spent cartridges, making the reloading process more convenient and efficient. This innovation significantly improved the functionality and usability of revolvers during the late 1800s. The variety of pistols in this photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of handguns during the 1870s and 1880s in the United States. These firearms, with their unique styles and types, represent an essential part of American history and the development of firearms technology.
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