Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. 428 pages. Here is the complete story of Colts first large frame double action revolver, the Model of 1878. This revolver was designed as the double action version of Colt's famed Single Action Army and shared much of its history. The Model 1878 saw action on America's frontier and throughout the world until production ceased in 1905. Major sections of the book cover history and development, physical characteristics and an in-depth study of each of the thirteen calibers with complete production figures for both standard and engraved revolvers. These detailed figures are broken down by caliber/barrel length/finish and type of stocks. Included is a comprehensive study of Omnipotent marked revolvers, Canadian Militia issues, revolvers in British calibers and the Model 1902, designed for the Philippine Constabulatory. Numerous color and half-tone photographs illustrate the text. While dedicated to the Model 1878 revolver, the text includes a wealth of information of general interest to all collectors of Colt revolvers manufactured from the early 1870s to 1905. Production techniques were similar for comparable models and the same standard shipping procedures applied to all models. There is something in this book for everyone. An excellent reference. A copy that was damaged in shipping (Please see the photographs). Both the top front and back corners are bumped, and as a result the top front tips of many of the pages are slightly creased. There is some other general creasing to the Dust Jacket. The inside is clean and the binding is solid. Basically the Book is unread. Overall a Very Good copy of a Scarce publication at a reasonable price. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 4823

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