The most recognized Old West sixgun was the 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army. It was the version of the 1873 Peacemaker chosen by the U.S. government for its mounted soldiers. Likewise, it also inspired many revolvers that followed, like the Pietta “Last Stand” Great Western II. Setting the Foundation for
For fans of Western movies, 1973 was what might well be described as a pretty darned good year. Great Westerns just seemed to dominate the silver screen that year. I’ll admit, I’m old enough to have seen a few movies when they were first released in the theater. Don’t Forget
Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the Ruger Old Army. And even though the gun was discontinued by Ruger in 2008, black powder enthusiasts still consider it the best 19th-century percussion revolver that was never made! The Ruger Old Army .44 These hefty, six-shot, black powder wheelguns were produced
This Iconic Firearm Has Been America’s Choice for Over 180 Years Arguably the first lever-gun was patented by Samuel Colt in 1837 when he invented a revolving rifle actuated by a ring lever. Since that time the lever-gun has evolved from the primitive Volcanic Arms repeating handgun to the original
The phrase “The Gun That Won the West” conjures up images of lone gunfighters facing off in the dusty streets of a western town armed with the 1873 Colt Single Action Army. Known as the Peacemaker, this firearm is still being produced in various guises to this day and remains
What Are Coach Guns? Coach guns were typically double-barreled shotguns with short barrels that made them easy to maneuver in tight spaces. They were also known for their reliability and stopping power, making them a popular choice for protecting stagecoaches from bandits in the Wild West. The coach gun was
