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Smith & Wessons revolver factory, Springfield, Illinois, showing the processes
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Smith & Wessons revolver factory, Springfield, Illinois, showing the processes
Smith & Wessons revolver factory, Springfield, Illinois, showing the processes of production from the forging of the barrels, and the stocking and milling rooms fitted with power by means of belt and shafting, the rifling room and the fitting room. Engraving from Scientific American (New York, 24 January 1880)
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1880 American Barrels Belt Factory Fitted Fitting Handgun Illinois January Manufacture Mass Means Power Production Revolver Room Rooms Scientific Smith Springfield Stocking Weapon York Firearms Forging Milling Processes Shafting Wesson
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This print takes us back in time to the Smith & Wessons revolver factory in Springfield, Illinois, during the late 19th century. The image showcases various stages of the production process, offering a glimpse into the meticulous craftsmanship that went into manufacturing these iconic firearms. The engraving from Scientific American depicts a bustling scene within the factory walls. In one corner, we witness skilled workers forging barrels with precision and expertise. Nearby, stocking and milling rooms hum with activity as power is transmitted through belt and shafting systems, enabling efficient mass production. Moving further along this visual journey, we enter the rifling room where intricate grooves are carved into each barrel to enhance accuracy. Finally, our eyes settle on the fitting room where final touches are added to ensure every revolver meets impeccable standards before leaving the factory floor. This historic snapshot not only highlights technological advancements of its time but also pays homage to human ingenuity and dedication behind such fine craftsmanship. It serves as a testament to Smith & Wesson's commitment to producing top-quality handguns that have become synonymous with reliability and excellence. As we admire this remarkable engraving from January 1880 New York edition of Scientific American magazine, it reminds us of how far firearm manufacture has come while honoring an era when attention to detail was paramount in creating exceptional weapons like those produced at Smith & Wessons revolver factory in Springfield, Illinois.
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