Through vibrant imagery, Bruce Wexler showcases weapons such as the classic Colt Single Action Army and the iconic pepper-box revolver, which made their way into both military and civilian hands during the settling of the frontier. Exclusive archive photographs link the guns to famous heroes and villains, places, and historical events from Wyatt Earps Smith & Wesson Model 3 to John Wilkes Booths Philadelphia Derringer. Wexler profiles the notable gunsmiths that hold a place in Western history, including the great American manufacturers such as Colt, Smith & Wesson, and Winchester, as well as lesser-known ones such as Merwin Hulbert and Henry Deringer.
- Hardcover
- 176 Pages
- 180 B&W illustrations
- 70 color illustrations
- Dimensions: 0.8" x 1" x 0.1"
ISBN-10 1620876523
ISBN-13 9781620876527
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