POTD: Colt's Model 1878 Target #1 - Double-Action That Could Have Been
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POTD: Colt's Model 1878 Target #1 - Double-Action That Could Have Been
Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! This fascinating prototype represents Colt’s first serious attempt at a target version of their Model 1878 double action revolver. As serial number 1, it’s the original testing platform for what would become an extremely rare variation – one that never gained the popularity of its single-action cousin. The 1878 was Colt’s answer to shooters asking for double-action capability – designed by William Mason and C…
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