


Second Generation SAA’s are considered the most well made of the SAAs, and are desired by serious shooters and collectors alike. The SAA is probably the most recognizable handgun in the world, and certainly one of the most important. However, with the advent of television and Western themed movies customer demand for Single Actions skyrocketed, so Colt resumed manufacture in 1956 with the Second Generation line of Single Action Army revolvers. When the war ended, no plans were made to revive the Single Action Army revolver as the design was seen as obsolete. Our Assessment: At the beginning of World War II, Colt ceased production of the Single Action Army revolver to devote more time to filling orders for the war. The lid shows only light wear, otherwise the box and all accessories are clean and look mint. Not only is this the nicest SAA we have ever seen, it is the nicest box we have seen. The lockup and timing are about perfect.īox, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in its original Stage Coach Box, with inserts, plastic bag, original Colt receipt (the gun was originally purchased by a Colt Employee), Warranty Pamphlet & card. Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent and ANIB condition. The only wear is a faint drag line, otherwise, it looks new. Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no evidence of pitting or erosion. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition and are both marked “880” on the insides.īore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. The checkering is sharp and the panels show practically no wear. Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece checkered hard rubber. Sights / Optics: This revolver is mounted with standard fixed front and rear sights. The front and back grip straps are marked “57880SA” under the grips. The inside of the loading gate is marked “10”. The serial number is found on the underside of the frame. 19, 75”, followed by the rampant Colt logo.

The left side of the frame is stamped “Pat. The top of the barrel is stamped, “Colt’s P.T.F.A.

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “Colt Single Action Army. Arrow_back Returns To All Sold Items arrow_back Return To Sold Colts
