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Dear readers, earlier today, we posted an article about Colt's revolver, but what are some more famous pistols in history? Read on to find out the top ten!
10. Smith & Wesson J-Frame (.38 S&W Special)
The snub nosed .38 all the detectives used to carry in the movies from the 1940's to the 1980's was carried by real life detectives as well.
9. Wyatt Earp's Buntline Special Colt Single Action Army (.45 Long Colt)
The dramatic 12 inch barrel is familiar to people who watched The Life And Legend of Wyatt Earp 1955-1961 television show. The problem is that this depiction was a myth, and Earp did not carry one. Buntline Specials with even longer barrels were featured in the 1965 film, For A Few Dollars More, with Clint Eastwood.
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