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Tranter percussion Dragoon Model. 50 inch revolver, 1856 (revolver, percussion, Tranter
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Tranter percussion Dragoon Model. 50 inch revolver, 1856 (revolver, percussion, Tranter
5929920 Tranter percussion Dragoon Model.50 inch revolver, 1856 (revolver, percussion, Tranter, .50 in Dragoon Model) by Italian School, (16th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Tranter percussion Dragoon Model.50 inch revolver, 1856.
This five-chambered revolver was designed by British gunsmith William Tranter and has a double trigger mechanism, one to rotate the cylinder and cock the weapon, the second to fire it. It also has a rammer attached to the frame by a hook on the barrel.); eNational Army Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23265392
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This print showcases the Tranter percussion Dragoon Model. 50 inch revolver, a remarkable piece of weaponry designed by British gunsmith William Tranter in 1856. The revolver, displayed here against a backdrop of historical significance at the National Army Museum in London, holds immense cultural and artistic value. The intricacies of this five-chambered revolver are truly awe-inspiring. Its double trigger mechanism allows for precise control over its firing process - one trigger rotates the cylinder and cocks the weapon while the second trigger ignites it. Additionally, an attached rammer on the frame provides convenience during reloading through a hook on the barrel. As we delve into history through this image captured by Bridgeman Images, we can't help but appreciate not only its technical brilliance but also its role in shaping military tactics during that era. This particular model finds itself associated with cavalry troops and dragoons who relied on such firearms to ensure their dominance on battlefields. While admiring this artwork from Italian School dating back to the 16th century, let us acknowledge its contribution to our understanding of armed forces throughout history. The Tranter percussion Dragoon Model . 50 inch revolver serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and an artifact that symbolizes strength and power within military contexts.
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