Classic Colt Peacemakers.
2001 · Iola, WI
by O’Meara, “Doc.”
Iola, WI: Krause Publications, (2001). Quarto, full-color photo. illus. stiff wrappers, 128 pp. Near-Fine, with bump to head of spine. From lower cover: Colt’s Single Action Army revolver, The PEacemaker, is the ubiquitous symbol of the American West. Made famous by the real-life heroes and outlaws of the frontier, this revolver has achieved nearly mythical status through dime novels, Hollywood epics and the tall tales of cocwboys, gamblers and frontier lawmen. The Peacemaker is a favorite among collectors and artists , and this book shows some of the finest examples of the world’s most famous gun. “Doc” O’Meara’s outstanding photography captures the rugged spirit of the cowboy and the rugged spirit of the cowboy and the delicate touch of the custom gunsmith as he presents some of the wold’s greatest Peacemakers. (Inventory #: 60803bd)