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Colt revolvers have a very special place in my heart. I grew up shooting my dad’s 1969 Colt Cobra, which he carried until he passed and I inherited it. It was a tangible symbol of craftsmanship and ...

When Colt brought back the King Cobra, everyone expected a revival of one of the company’s great revolvers—tight timing, glassy triggers, and tank-like durability. On paper, it should’ve been the ...

People know about the Smith & Wesson Schofield revolver, even if it’s only from watching Unforgiven. Officially known as the S&W Model 3, it’s one of the important revolvers of the Old West. When we ...

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