Colt – An American Firearms Legend

Few names in firearms history carry the weight and legacy of Colt. Founded in 1836 by inventor Samuel Colt, the company is headquartered in West Hartford, Connecticut, USA, and is globally recognised as a pioneer in the development of revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, and military-grade rifles.

Colt’s innovative designs helped shape the modern firearm industry, beginning with the Colt Paterson revolver, followed by legendary models like the Colt Single Action Army—known as “The Peacemaker”—and the iconic Colt 1911 pistol, still widely used over a century after its creation.

In the modern era, Colt remains a trusted manufacturer for military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters, producing precision rifles and pistols known for their rugged reliability and performance.

Formalito proudly distributes select Colt firearms in South Africa.

With nearly two centuries of innovation and battlefield-proven performance, Colt continues to set the standard in firearms manufacturing, where tradition meets cutting-edge engineering.