Colt 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver (Root Model) vs Glock 17

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Handguns Colt 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver (Root Model) Glock 17
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#80762
#20691
Caliber 28 GA 9x19mm Parabellum
Capacity 17+1 10+1
Barrel Length 3.58" 4.48"
Sights Adjustable Rear, Ft: Gold Bead Ramp Fixed
Gun Type Revolver Pistol
Action Safe Action
Finish Black
Details
Brand Colt Glock
Reviews N/A See 4 Reviews
Prices
MSRP $0.00 $749.00
Used Price $0.00 $524.30
Sale Price $0.00 $674.10

Handguns Descriptions

Colt 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver (Root Model)

The Colt Model 1855 Root Side-hammer percussion Pocket Revolver was manufactured from 1855 through to 1870 in both .28 and .31 caliber. It was designed by Samuel Colt even-though it was named after Elisha K. Root who was Colt’s factory foreman and general superintendent. The Root revolver was Colt’s only percussion handgun built on the solid frame principle and featured a side-hammer, mounted on the right side of the frame, a spur trigger, a cylinder pin entering from the rear and one-piece grips secured to the back-strap. The Root revolver does not have a trigger-guard. There are minor variations of the loading lever catch, rifling, frame etc. throughout the production.

Glock 17

Created for experts, the GLOCK 17, in 9x19, is the most utilized law enforcement pistol in the world. Due to its unparalleled dependability, large magazine limit of 17 rounds in the standard magazine, and its low weight, it is trusted by policemen all over the world. With our new Safe Action trigger framework, the G17 9x19 pistol is safe, simple, and fast, exactly what you need in a high-pressure world. On this page we've curated the best price retailers with high customer satisfaction that sell the Glock 17. If you scroll to the bottom of the page, you'll find a list of reviews from real owners of the Glock 17 to help you determine if it's right for you!

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