The Forty-Five Smith & Wesson: An Enduring Legacy
A Cartridge Forged in Necessity The tale of the forty-five Smith & Wesson begins in the late nineteenth century. As the U.S. military sought a replacement for its .38-caliber revolvers, the need for a more potent handgun cartridge became clear. The existing .38s lacked the stopping power needed in certain combat scenarios. Recognizing this, both … Read more
