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I've got a couple questions about the Colt Model 1877/1878 Lightning/Thunder/Frontier Double Actions. 1) Could these be fanned like typical Single Actions? I ask this because I know a modern DA cannot be fanned but wondering if these used a different trigger/hammer mechanism more like a SAA. From Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colt_M1878 ( Chicoine, David (28 September 2005). Antique Firearms Assembly/Disassembly: The Comprehensive Guide to Pistols, Rifles & Shotguns. Iola, wisconsin: Krause Publications. pp. 76–77. ISBN 0-87349-767-8.) "The design of the Model 1878 was based on the Model 1877, which in turn was based heavily on the design of the earlier Colt Single Action Army revolver. The double-action revolver is not dramatically different in design than the single-action revolver. A strut is added to connect the trigger movement to the hammer. The top of the trigger slips beyond the strut so that the hammer will stay in full cock if it is pulled back manually." Sounds to me like it should work but I haven't been able to find a good image or animation. 2) Are there any categories that allow the usage of any of these period correct DA's? From my limited reading it seems these were popular with many Old West figures including George Armstrong Custer, John Wesley Hardin, Billy the Kid, and about 1,750 Beaumont-Adams purchased by the Union for use in the War Between the States. Certainly more appropriate than pump action shotguns Please note I am not advocating that fanning is a good idea and obviously Single Action revolvers are much cooler than Double Actions so please don't bring this into it. I just have an interest in history and things mechanical.