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Allen Patent 22005

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Ethan Allen's Patent 22005 November 9th, 1858 Key Idea A cam-driven cylinder indexing mechanism combined with a pivoted engagement piece and a frame-integrated support pin for the hammer and tumbler,…

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Allen Patent 21400

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Ethan Allen's Patent 21400 September 7th, 1858 Key Idea A modified center pin to prevent fouling and a protective guards that redirect escaping gases to prevent injury during revolver operation.…

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Allen Patent 47688

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Ethan Allen's Patent 47688 March 16th, 1865 Key Idea A reloadable, cartridge offering consistent performance and long service life having a specially structured base and internal grooves, improving primer support,…

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Allen Patent 31695

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Ethan Allen's Patent 31695 March 19th, 1861 Key Idea An integrated machine combining rollers, cutters, and a clamping system to automatically shape, groove, and finish metallic cartridges in a single…

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Allen Patent 30109

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Ethan Allen's Patent 30109 September 25th, 1860 Key Idea A metallic cartridge with a localized projection (lip) to contain the primer, reducing material use while improving strength and reliability. Patent…

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Allen Patent 27094

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Ethan Allen's Patent 27094 February 14th, 1860 Key Idea A combined trimming and forming mechanism that processes cartridge cases in sequence, including creating the hollow rim in a single stroke…

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Allen Patent 55596

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Ethan Allen's Patent 55596 June 19th, 1866 Key Idea Using a forced blast of heat through the inside of gun barrels, combined with reusable clamps, to achieve uniform and efficient…

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Allen Patent 27415

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Ethan Allen's Patent 27415 March 13th, 1860 Key Idea A mechanized process for forming cylinder notches using controlled indexing and combined pressing and cutting actions, ensuring accurate spacing and consistent…

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Allen Patent 18836

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Ethan Allen's Patent 18836 December 15th, 1857 Key Idea Using a separate ratchet-and-locking plate attached to the cylinder, combined with a timed catch and lock-pin system, to achieve more accurate…

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Allen Patent 16367

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Ethan Allen's Patent 16367 January 13th, 1857 Key Idea A combination of a conical cylinder support, a self-acting ignition valve, and a lever-driven rammer, improving sealing, ignition efficiency, and mechanical…

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