Discover how the Colt 45 became the iconic pistol of the American frontier, known for its reliability and firepower. It played a crucial role in shaping law and order during a wild time.

Those are among more than 100 firearms, photos, maps, letters and other artifacts available for purchase online through the “Old West, Outlaws, Lawmen and Gangsters” auction hosted by Boston-based RR ...

Considering the breadth of firearms and other weapons curated throughout American history, few inventions left as profound a mark as the Colt Single Action Army revolver. Introduced in 1873 and ...