Robert Adams (handgun designer)
Robert Adams was a 19th-century British gunsmith who patented the first successful double-action revolver in 1851. His revolvers were used during the Crimean War, the Indian Mutiny, the American Civil War, and the Anglo-Zulu War.
Adams Revolver, made by Durussel in Morges circa 1860. On display at Morges military museum
Adams cal .36 revolver
An Improved Frame Model of 1854
A Beaumont–Adams
The Beaumont–Adams revolver is a black powder, double-action, percussion revolver. Originally adopted by the British Army in .442 calibre in 1856, it was replaced in British service in 1880 by the .476 calibre Enfield Mk I revolver.
Beaumont–Adams percussion revolver
British Army Mark III, Model of 1872
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