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All Tacked Up

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Did Old West Lawmen Carry their own Weapons?

Marshall Trimble
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Were U.S. Army Troops Allowed to Carry their own Weapons?

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What Was the Most Popular Weapon After the Civil War?

Marshall Trimble

Colt vs. Schofield During much of the Indian Wars era, the U.S. Cavalry relied primarily on these two revolvers—each with its own peculiarities. Which one would you prefer?

Phil Spangenberger
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Six-Shooters

Marshall Trimble
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While on a Cattle Drive, Did Cowboys Wear Their Handguns or Store Them?

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A Big Bang Year The year 2016 saw earth-shattering records for frontier weapons that included the most expensive gun and knife.

Meghan Saar

A Pistoleer Goes Semi Auto Frank James started riding the outlaw trail in the 1860s, armed with percussion revolvers, and ended up in the 20th century, packing a 1903 Hammerless Colt.

Phil Spangenberger
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