The .41 Long Colt was a lengthened version of the earlier centerfire .41 Short Colt, which was made to duplicate the dimensions of the even earlier .41 Short [1] rimfire. The front of the bullet was about 0.406–0.408" OD, the same as the case.

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For civilian use, experienced handgunners chose the .41 for social purposes. Even today it is nearly ideal for home defense, firing a heavy, blunt lead bullet at a relatively modest velocity and with modest recoil, while still packing plenty of punch.

During the 1st Generation of Colt SAA production, the .41 Colt (aka .41 Long Colt) was fifth-most-popular caliber in the Peacemaker and fourth in the Bisley.

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The .41 Long Colt cartridge was created in 1877 for Colt's double-action "Thunderer" revolver.[1] It was a lengthened version of the earlier centerfire .41 Short Colt, which was made to duplicate the dimensions of the even earlier .41 Short.[1]

The 41 Long Colt was brought out in 1877 for the Colt Lightning model and later introduced in the New Navy and Bisley models. It was brought out as a self defense round and with the relatively blunt 200 grain bullet it was considered adequate.

2018年12月10日 · The origins of today’s .41-caliber pistol are older than you think. Here's a look past the .41 Mag. of Smith & Wesson fame to the .41 Colt developed in the late 19th century.

2021年3月2日 · The .41 Special is a wildcat cartridge with a case that is approximately 1/8 inch shorter than its parent .41 Magnum case. Less case capacity equals less powder, which results in less velocity and less recoil.