The most recognized Old West sixgun was the 7.5-inch Colt Single Action Army. It was the version of the 1873 Peacemaker chosen by the U.S. government for its mounted soldiers. Likewise, it also inspired many revolvers that followed, like the Pietta “Last Stand” Great Western II. Setting the Foundation for
For fans of Western movies, 1973 was what might well be described as a pretty darned good year. Great Westerns just seemed to dominate the silver screen that year. I’ll admit, I’m old enough to have seen a few movies when they were first released in the theater. Don’t Forget
Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the Ruger Old Army. And even though the gun was discontinued by Ruger in 2008, black powder enthusiasts still consider it the best 19th-century percussion revolver that was never made! The Ruger Old Army .44 These hefty, six-shot, black powder wheelguns were produced
What Are Coach Guns? Coach guns were typically double-barreled shotguns with short barrels that made them easy to maneuver in tight spaces. They were also known for their reliability and stopping power, making them a popular choice for protecting stagecoaches from bandits in the Wild West. The coach gun was
Paramount+ has slowly become one of the most popular video streaming platforms in the United States, driven in no small part by it being the home to the Yellowstone spinoff 1923, which instantly became a hit with viewers when it debuted last December. In fact, the 1923 sneak peek on
It may be a new year but Guns of the Old West is picking up right where we left off in 2022! We rounded up a whole stable of the best cowboy guns and gear for the Guns of the Old West Spring 2023 issue! For the first issue of
