This video delves into the history and development of the Pettengill Army revolver, a unique double-action-only firearm designed for military service during the American Civil War. It details the patent history, production by Rogers & Spencer, and the initial contract challenges due to its DAO trigger mechanism and caliber scaling. Despite initial setbacks, the revolvers were eventually produced and saw limited service. The video also touches upon the post-war sale of surplus Pettengill revolvers.
This video from Forgotten Weapons explores the Rogers & Spencer .44 Army revolver, a single-action Army-type revolver developed during the Civil War era. Despite being a well-designed and effectively manufactured firearm, it arrived too late to see combat service and was eventually sold as surplus. The description highlights the company's earlier contract for Pettengill revolvers and their subsequent transition to designing their own, emphasizing the .44 caliber and its Army contract details. The video likely delves into the revolver's design, history, and eventual sale.
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