Tag: Billy the Kid

Pat Garrett's revolver that killed Billy the Kid

Wheelgun Wednesday: The Six Million Dollar Six Shooter

Posted September 1, 2021 in Editorial, Pistols, Wheelgun Wednesday by Rusty S. with No Comments

Back in July, TFB’s Will P reported that the upcoming auction of Jim and Theresa Earle’s Wild West collection included a firearm that had some serious history. The .44-40 Colt had been used by Billy Wilson of Billy the Kid’s gang. Sheriff Pat Garrett, [Read More…]

Wild West Auction Includes Colt Revolver that Killed Billy the Kid

Posted July 26, 2021 in Daily News, History, News, Pistols, Revolver by Will P with No Comments

The Wild West era holds a special place in the hearts of many firearms enthusiasts. Plenty of shooters today grew up with figures of cowboys, sheriffs, and outlaws on horseback with lever-action rifles and classic revolvers. What would American firearms history be [Read More…]