This book is primarily a reference for the most famous revolver
manufactured by Eli Whitney, Jr. during the late-1850s and throughout
the American Civil War. The Whitney Navy Revolver documents the results
of a two-year research project and provides clear and current
information on the various models and types. A thorough description
along with photographs of each model and type of Whitney Navy revolver
is found in this book. In addition to serving as a reference work, this
book provides a brief history of the firearms development and marketing
efforts of Eli Whitney, Jr. along with extensive information on the use
of his revolvers by both the North and South during the Civil War.
Photographs of Union and Confederate soldiers with Whitney revolvers are
included, along with a photograph of the Whitney revolver used by
Confederate cavalry commander, General JEB Stuart. Much additional
information is found in this book, including photographs of engraved
revolvers, cartridge conversion models, and other revolvers that were
copies of the Whitney Navy revolver. This book is a must for collectors
and students of historical firearms.