The Prospering New Republic

Showcased are arms from early rifle matches on the frontier, the War of 1812, Texas and the Mexican War and the Gold Rush. The era also ushered in the percussion system of ignition, and Eli Whitney and U.S. arms contracts. Famous arms makers and inventors of this period included Eliphalet Remington Jr., Samuel Colt, Ethan Allen, Sam Walker, Horace Smith and Daniel Wesson.

Significant Firearms in Gallery 5:

• Kentucky Rifles, including a rare left-handed example
• Air Rifle similar to that used on the Lewis & Clark Expedition
• 1803 Flintlock Rifle U.S. model
• Colt Model 1849 Pocket & Dragoon Pistols
• Early Remington Rifle
• Early Smith & Wesson Revolver once owned by D.B. Wesson
• Rare Colt Walker Revolver