Название: Colt Single-Action Revolvers (Osprey Weapon 52)
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год: 2017
Формат: True PDF
Страниц: 84
Размер: 49 Mb
Язык: English

In 1836, Samuel Colt changed the face of warfare with the production of the first of a series of iconic and influential single-action revolvers, including the .44-calibre Colt Walker and the seminal .45-calibre Colt Single Action Army, which remains in production today. These weapons shifted the role of the pistol from single-shot weapon of last resort to a practical and powerful sidearm that gave the user the ability to defend himself once his primary armament was discharged. It transformed cavalry tactics and relegated the sword to a largely ceremonial role in many armies.