Views: 7,516 Starting in 1836 in Paterson, New Jersey, Samuel Colt’s revolver is one of the 10 most influential inventions EVER produced. The Colt Paterson revolver was the first practical revolving-cylinder handgun, and it was made in Paterson, New Jersey. For years, MLH for some reason, has had a love affair with Paterson, New Jersey. Every time … Continue reading Col. Samuel Colt Got His Start in Paterson, New Jersey