British Percussion Revolvers

Of all the aspects of collecting, the study of the percussion revolver is perhaps one of the most romantic. Mental pictures abound of the courageous individual facing extreme peril from both man and beast with only his revolver for protection.

Whilst it may be the most romantic, it is probably the least well understood. A number of very well researched books have been written on the subject, notably those of G.N. George, A. Tylerson and C. Dowell, but all some years ago. Very few books or presentations about the British Revolver have appeared recently. There are keen and knowledgeable collectors around, many within our Association, but they tend not to communicate and often do not publish the results of their studies.

Some of these collectors have recognized this deficiency and have been looking for a way to remedy the situation.

One idea put forward was to use our Association to sponsor a "Special Interest Group". Through the National Collector Secretary, interchange of data and information would be facilitated and an outlet for publication could be quickly made available in the newsletter and Black Powder Journal. Should the members want meetings and gatherings, these could be arranged at one or other of our facilities. Such meetings could also be held in conjunction with arms fairs and the like. The activities need not be restricted to academic study. A pint or two of liquid refreshment might also be consumed to help digest the data!

If you are a revolver collector, new or experienced, and would like to support this idea, then drop me a line:

Ken Hocking
MLAGB, PO Box 304, Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 6WB

If there is enough support the group can be formed. It is our responsibility to ensure that all our knowledge is passed on to future generations who might not be as lucky as we are in being able to own and study these wonderful examples of man's ingenuity and manufacturing skill.

Ken Hocking
Collectors' Secretary