Black Powder Revolver Primer, V2 & the Avenging Angel - Paperback

by E. R. Walker (Author)

This a book that covers the operation and maintenance of Black Powder revolvers (both open top) Colt, and (closed top) Remington design revolvers. It contains an expansive amount of information concerning the two revolver styles, equipment required to load and support them, different projectiles (Round Ball and Cylindrical), charts concerning muzzle velocity, and foot pounds of energy produced as compared to modern weapons. Combustible cartridges are discussed and provides the information required to manufacture them. Additional information has been added to this volume concerning pocket pistols, and an example of the Mormon "Avenging Angel" enforcer's weapons. Ballistics obtained from the "Angel" are also provided. The original version of this book was well received and reviewed. This volume is more complete with the addition of the latter portion.