Tag Archives: .45 colt

Silver Screen Legend XVII

Posted on 23 January 2014

Dedicated to Saddlemaker to the Stars Edward Bohlin Silver Screen Legend XVII is dedicated to legendary silversmith and leather craftsman Edward Bohlin. He was born in Sweden and came to this country as a young man to be a cowboy. … Continue reading →

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Colt: The Revolver of the American West

Posted on 3 August 2013

One of the great things about being a gun writer is that you never know what the day’s mail will bring. For instance, I just recently got a great book from Jim Muschett at Rizzoli International Publications, Inc. It is … Continue reading →

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Garrett Cartridges

Posted on 3 June 2013

A while back I received the sad news that Randy Garrett, of Garrett Cartridges, was closing his business after some 26 years of building some of the best cast-bullet .44 Magnum and .45/70 loads that were available. The good news … Continue reading →

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Frank Hamer Tales

Posted on 11 April 2013

Not only was Frank Hamer an interesting character, but he also set the mold for the Texas Rangers who came after him. Throughout his long career, Hamer always relied on his engraved Colt .45 single action. However, after his horseback … Continue reading →

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