Videos tagged with Wild Bill Hickok

This entry details the Colt 1851 Navy revolver attributed to Wild Bill Hickok, presented by Rock Island Auction Company. It highlights the compelling evidence supporting its authenticity, including its pairing with another Colt 17 serial numbers apart, its display at the Cody Firearms Museum, and expert opinions. The firearm's historical context, features like ivory grips, and its condition are thoroughly examined, offering insights into its provenance and significance in Old West history.

This video from The Gun Vault, hosted by Ashley Hlebinsky, Curator at the Cody Firearms Museum, features "Wild Bill" Hickok's Colt Model 1851 Revolver. The episode delves into the historical significance of this iconic firearm, showcasing it from the collection of the Cody Firearms Museum, which is part of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming. The video is presented in association with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF).