This entry details the 'Clockwork Basilisk' book set by Ben Nicholson, focusing on the early revolvers of Elisha Collier and Artemas Wheeler. It highlights their 1818 patent, predating Samuel Colt's, and the subsequent patent infringement trials. The set includes historical context, mechanical details, and a comprehensive catalog of surviving examples. The research involved extensive international archives, establishing the significance of Collier's work in early revolver development.
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