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Adams-Kerr Double Action Revolver of 1858

Wheelgun Wednesday: Double Action Revolver From The US Civil War?

Posted January 8, 2020 in Editorial, Pistols, Revolver, Wheelgun Wednesday by Doug E with No Comments

Yes, it’s true, there was actually a double action revolver in service during the United States’ Civil War, though 600 of only 1000 made were actually purchased by the military. The particular firearm in question is an Adams & Kerr .36 caliber [Read More…]

Blast From The Past: .58 Schubarth: An Egg of Brass & Lead

Posted July 19, 2015 in Ammunition, Guns & Gear, Other Gear & Gadgets, Rifles by Nathaniel F with 30 Comments

There are a lot of weird and wonderful kinds of ammunition out there, but a candidate for the title of “weirdest ammunition” might be the .58 Schubarth. Shaped like an egg on a diet, the .58 Schubarth was originally designed for an American break-action [Read More…]