Colt vs Collier: Patents Lawsuits and Lawyers Oh My!
This video delves into the historical patent disputes surrounding early American revolvers, specifically focusing on the legal battles involving Colt, Wesson & Leavitt, and the prior art of Elisha Collier. The discussion centers on patent infringement lawsuits from 1851-1852, where Collier testified. Professor Ben Nicholson and the host explore the validity of Colt's patent and whether Colt was aware of prior inventions when filing. The video also promotes a Kickstarter for "Clockwork Basilisk: The Early Revolvers of Elisha Collier and Artemas Wheeler."














