A History of the Colt Revolver and Other Arms Made by Colt's Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company from 1836-1940

""A History of the Colt Revolver and Other Arms Made by Colt's Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company from 1836-1940"" by Frank A. Belden is a comprehensive guide to the history of one of the most iconic firearms manufacturers in American history. The book covers the development and production of the Colt revolver, as well as other firearms produced by the company during its first century of operation.The book begins with a brief history of Samuel Colt and the development of his revolver, including its early use in the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. From there, the book delves into the various models of Colt revolvers produced over the years, including the famous Single Action Army (also known as the ""Peacemaker""), the Colt Navy, and the Colt Police Positive.In addition to the revolvers, the book also covers other firearms produced by Colt's Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company, including rifles, shotguns, and automatic pistols. The book includes detailed descriptions and