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Synopsis
Colt's Model P revolver is probably the most famous revolver in the world. It's popularity began in 1873 and continues unabated today. While much has been written about its early history very little has appeared in print concerning the pre-war/post-war era.
Presented here in reference form is the last chapter in the story of Colt's Pre-war Single Action Army revolver. The assembly of the last of the pre-war frames began in 1947 and continued until early 1961. Assembled by master craftsman, many of these fine revolvers were presented to public officials and Colt personnel.
Topics include presentations, sales, engraved revolvers, consecutive sets and foreign sales. Covered in detail are the characteristics unique to this revolver and complete production information.
This study is written from both a historian's and collector's viewpoint. A wealth of photographs and detailed information is presented to aid in the collecting of Colt's Pre-War/Post-War Single Action Army revolver.
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About the Author
Don Wilkerson is a well-known historian and author in the field of Colt firearms. His books have been noted for their accuracy and comprehensive attention to detail. His straight forward style of writing has been enjoyed by experienced collectors and novices alike.
Don was born in Cordell, Oklahoma in 1938 and graduated from the University of Tulsa. After graduation he spent the next six years as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force serving in Texas, Alaska, Greenland and Viet Nam. He joined Northwest Airlines in 1967 and retired after 31 1/2 years service as a commercial airline pilot.
He is a life member of the Colt Collectors Association and Past President, a member of the American Society of Arms Collectors, the Texas Gun Collectors Association, the Colorado Gun Collectors Association, the Collectors Arms Dealers Association and an Endowment member of the National Rifle Association.
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Colt's Single Action Army Revolver Pre-War/post-War Model
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Wilkerson, 1991
ISBN 10: 0961787627
ISBN 13: 9780961787622
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Hardcover
First Edition
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Seller: Inside the Covers, Frost, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. First Edition. Signed by author on front endpaper. First edition. Hard cover and dust jacket published by author in 1991. Dark red textured covers with gilt lettering. Book is in very good plus condition. Dust jacket has some creasing along top and bottom edges in front and back, and is in very good minus condition. 9-10 inches, 122 pages, 1.1 lb.; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 122 pages; Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # MSW18103
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COLT'S SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER PRE-WAR POST-WAR MODEL
Published by
By The Author, 1991
ISBN 10: 0961787627
ISBN 13: 9780961787622
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Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. 122 pages. Hardcover with a dust jacket. Colt's Model P revolver is probably the most famous revolver in the world. Its popularity began in 1872 and continues unabated today. While much has been written about its early history, very little has appeared in print concerning the pre-war post-war era. Presented here in reference form, is the last chapter in the story of Colt's pre-war Single Action Army revolver. The assembly of the last of the pre-war frames began in 1947 and continued until early 1961. Assembled by master craftsmen, many of these fine revolvers were presented to officials and Colt personnel. Topics in this study include presentations, sales, engraved revolvers, consecutive sets, and foreign sales. Covered in detail are the characteristics unique to this revolver and complete production information. This study is written from both a historian's and collector's view point. A wealth of photographs and detailed information is presented to aid in the collecting of Colt's Pre-War Post-War Single Action Army Revolver. Out of print and becoming Scarce. A perfect new copy. Seller Inventory # 5785
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COLT'S SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER PRE-WAR POST-WAR MODEL
Published by
By The Authors, 1991
ISBN 10: 0961787627
ISBN 13: 9780961787622
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 122 pages. Hardcover with a dust jacket. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR AND DATED ON THE FRONT END PAPER. Colt's Model P revolver is probably the most famous revolver in the world. Its popularity began in 1872 and continues unabated today. While much has been written about its early history, very little has appeared in print concerning the pre-war post-war era. Presented here in reference form, is the last chapter in the story of Colt's pre-war Single Action Army revolver. The assembly of the last of the pre-war frames began in 1947 and continued until early 1961. Assembled by master craftsmen, many of these fine revolvers were presented to officials and Colt personnel. Topics in this study include presentations, sales, engraved revolvers, consecutive sets, and foreign sales. Covered in detail are the characteristics unique to this revolver and complete production information. This study is written from both a historian's and collector's view point. A wealth of photographs and detailed information is presented to aid in the collecting of Colt's Pre-War Post-War Single Action Army Revolver. Out of print and becoming Scarce. Prior owner's neat signature and date on the inside front board. A beautiful signed copy in Fine condition with a Dust Jacket that is also in Fine condition. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # JKk037
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Colt's Single Action Revolver Pre-War/Post-War Model
Seller: BennettBooksLtd, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0961787627