Also, the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders was re-shaped, which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. One new change was a pressed-in cylinder pin bushing instead of the removable ones used in 1st and 2nd Generation cylinders. Some changes were incorporated in an effort by Colt to keep prices down. three standard barrel lengths of 4 ¾”, 5 ½” and 7 ½”, finishes of full nickel or blue, with color case hardened frame, and grips of hard rubber. Changes were made but the basic SAA was the same, i.e. Luckily, the loyal fans of the SAA would not need to wait long as colt would bring back the SAA in 1976 as the “3 rd Generation”. Our Assessment: In 1974, Colt quietly discontinued production the single Action Army this would be the second time they discontinued production of this glorious revolver. The box does not have a label, but does have the revolver’s information hand-written on one end. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.īox, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a faux-wood cardboard Colt box with two-piece styrofoam insert, and an assortment of factory paperwork including manual. Mechanics: The action functions properly. Overall, this handgun rates in Excellent condition. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked with strong slots. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.īore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. The checkering is sharp, there is good detail in the colts and eagles. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black hard rubber with rampant colts in ovals at their tops and American eagles at their bottoms. The rear sight is a square groove in the top strap. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter round blade fixed to the barrel. The front of the cylinder is marked “4118”. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with a “J”.
The inside of each grip panel is hand-scribed “14118”. The front and back strap are both marked “SA14118” on the left side. The underside of the frame at the grip frame is marked “SA14118”.
The left side of the frame is marked “PAT. The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY. Model: Single Action Army, 3 rd GenerationĪction Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder Arrow_back Returns To All Sold Items arrow_back Return To Sold Colts
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