Instead, for want of such records, all knowledge of the capabilities of these weapons is vague and legendary.
Under each diagram I give all details. Most of diagrams are the actual size and all have the position of each bullet-hole accurately shown.
DIAGRAM 1. AUTHOR’S WORLD’S RECORD SCORE.
Stationary, 20 yards, 10 shots, South London Rifle Club, May 21, 1889; .45 Colt Cavalry Revolver, Military sights, Eley ammunition. Black powder. (Full size.)
DIAGRAM 2. AUTHOR’S WORLD’S RECORD SCORE.
Stationary, 20 yards, 11 shots, South London Rifle Club, August 21, 1888; .44 Smith & Wesson Revolver, U. M. C. gallery ammunition. Black powder. (Full size.)