Firearm enthusiasts will recognize the name of Samuel Walker due to his association with Sam Colt. A collaborative effort between the two men produced one of the most famous firearms of all time: the Model 1847 Colt “Walker” revolver. The massive firearm was a fitting sidearm for a man who was larger than life, and Walker’s story is deftly told by authors David Sullivan and James Worsham in The Life Of Samuel H. Walker. Across 11 chapters, readers are treated to a vividly detailed journey of Walker’s life, from his early years and first fighting experiences in the Second Seminole War to his untimely death in the Mexican-American War. An entire chapter is dedicated to the Walker revolver, as well, making it a must-read for historical arms aficionados.