The Colt Model 1847 Walker, despite its high collector value, was plagued by manufacturing defects and design flaws leading to frequent catastrophic failures. Issues included exploding cylinders, burst barrels, and a faulty loading lever. These problems stemmed from the use of wrought iron instead of steel, rushed production with poor quality control, and inconsistent black powder charges, often exacerbated by improper loading techniques by inexperienced users.
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