Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2015/03/18
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Two of the most popular weapons of the first half of the Twentieth Century were made by Smith & Wesson and Colt, and were popular for different reasons. The S & W Military and Police Model 1899 (later changed to Model 10) was popular with military and police organizations world-wide, and continued to be used until the introduction of modern automatic weapons having more firepower. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/S+_amp_+W+small.jpg.html The Colt Pocket Pistol, M1903 and M1908, was popular for an entirely different reason. Its concealed hammer and smooth design was designed for concealed carry, with nothing to snag as it was withdrawn from a pocket or purse. It was used by Al Capone and many others of his time and occupation, but was also issued to General Officers during WWII, including Generals Eisenhower, Bradley, Marshall and Patton. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Colt+small.jpg.html I am fortunate to have a copy of each. Olympus E-1 with ZD 35mm Macro. Comments and critiques welcomed -- Jim Nichols Tullahoma, TN USA