Elmer Keith

Elmer Keith

Elmer Merrifield Keith (March 8, 1899 – February 12, 1984) was an Idaho rancher, firearms enthusiast, and author. Keith was instrumental in the development of the first magnum revolver cartridge, the .357 Magnum, as well as the later .44 Magnum and .41 Magnum cartridges.

Read more about Elmer Keith:  Personality and Life, Magnum Revolvers, Keith-style Bullets, Work With Rifles, Published Works

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