This entry details the Genhart Horizontal Turret Rifle, a unique 19th-century firearm discussed by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The rifle's complex horizontal turret mechanism, tube primer ignition, and specialized foil cartridges are explained, highlighting its historical significance and eventual obsolescence due to safety concerns compared to conventional revolvers. The analysis emphasizes its mechanical ingenuity and the historical context of its development and patenting.
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