The gun that wanted to get sued: the German Colt copy
Royal Armouries
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Known for his notorious litigiousness, Samuel Colt would have likely hit the roof, had he seen this copy of the famous Colt Navy revolver. We don't know if we ever did, but what we do know is that this beautifully crafted weapon was heavily influenced by one of history's most recognisable designs.
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