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COLT SINGLE-ACTION REVOLVERS
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By: |
Martin Pegler, Mark Stacey (Illus), Alan Gilliland (Illus) |
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Paperback |
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£15.99 |
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ISBN 10: |
1472810988 |
ISBN 13: |
9781472810984 |
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Publisher: |
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC |
Pub. date: |
24 January, 2017 |
Series: |
Weapon |
Pages: |
80 |
Description: |
Samuel Colt s revolvers have been iconic American handguns since 1836. Essential reading for anyone interested in small arms and their impact on the history of warfare." |
Synopsis: |
In 1836, Samuel Colt changed the face of warfare with the production of the first of a series of iconic and influential single-action revolvers, including the .44-calibre Colt Walker and the seminal .45-calibre Colt Single Action Army, which remains in production today. These weapons shifted the role of the pistol from single-shot weapon of last resort to a practical and powerful sidearm that gave the user the ability to defend himself once his primary armament was discharged. It transformed cavalry tactics and relegated the sword to a largely ceremonial role in many armies. Featuring full-colour artwork, expert analysis and gripping first-hand accounts, this is the absorbing story of Colt's family of single-action revolvers, covering their origins, development, use and lasting impact on the modern world. |
Illustrations: |
30 b/w; 34 col |
Publication: |
UK |
Imprint: |
Osprey Publishing |
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Non-returnable |