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COLT 3rd Gen Blackpowder Signature Series 1860 Colt Fluted Army .44 Revolver NIB 44 CAL
Guns International #: 103399207 Seller's Inventory #: 602229
Category: Colt Revolvers - Single Action Army - 3rd Gen - Colt Revolvers - Single Action
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COLT 3rd Gen Blackpowder Signature Series 1860 Colt Fluted Army .44 Revolver NIB and comes with shipping box
The 3rd Generation Blackpowder Signature Series 1860 Colt Fluted Army .44 Revolver is a modern black powder percussion revolver produced in the 1990s into the early 2000s as part of the Colt Signature Series. These were licensed reproductions of the classic 19th-century Colt Model 1860 Army, made primarily for collectors and black powder firearm enthusiasts rather than military use.
?? Type: Single-action black powder revolver (cap & ball)
?? Caliber: .44 (for round balls or conical bullets)
?? Action: Single-action percussion cap firing system
?? Cylinder: Six-shot, often fully fluted for visual appeal and weight savings
?? Era of Production: Mid-1990s to early 2000s under Colt’s licensing
?? Made by: Parts cast in Italy (Uberti/Armi San Marco), finished and assembled in the USA
?? Signature Mark: Sam Colt’s engraved signature on the backstrap — the hallmark of the Signature Series
These are not original 1800s Colts, but well-crafted reproductions bearing Colt’s trademarks and serial numbers, usually backed by John J. Jovino & Co. distribution.
?? Historical Background
??? The Original: Colt Model 1860 Army
The original Colt Model 1860 Army was designed by Samuel Colt and manufactured from 1860 through 1873. It quickly became one of the most widely used revolvers of the American Civil War, especially favored by Union cavalry for its balance of power, accuracy, and relatively light weight for the era.
Key original features included:
.44 caliber, six-shot capacity
Open-top frame with no top strap (lighter and sleeker than competitors)
8-inch barrel with fixed sights
Percussion cap ignition
Extremely popular with cavalry and infantry troops during the Civil War
The Army model was an evolution from earlier Colt designs like the 1851 Navy, adapted to handle larger .44 caliber balls and conical bullets with improved balance and ergonomics.
?? The Signature Series — 3rd Generation
?? Licensing and Production
The Colt Blackpowder Arms Company (led by Lou Imperato) obtained a licensing agreement with Colt’s Manufacturing Company to produce a final line of reproduction black powder Colt firearms.
These are referred to as the 3rd Generation Signature Series, produced roughly 1994–2002.
The “Signature" name comes from the Sam Colt facsimile signature engraved on the backstrap of each revolver.
?? Construction & Finish
Raw parts were produced in Italy, often by Uberti and Armi San Marco, then assembled, finished, and inspected in the United States.
They were finished using traditional Colt blued steel and color case-hardening techniques.
The revolvers bear original Colt markings, including serial numbers and barrel addresses, but were not directly manufactured by Colt.
?? The Fluted Army Variant
The fluted cylinder was a stylistic and practical variation seen in some early 1860 Army production historically. Original early Civil War-era Colts occasionally had full-fluted cylinders, though not in large numbers (only a few thousand in early production).
For the Signature Series, the fluted design is mainly a historical nod and collector aesthetic choice, echoing those early originals but executed in a modern reproduction format.
???????? Why Collectors Like These
? Historic Appearance: Faithful to the look and feel of Civil War-era Colts.
? Signature Engraving: The Sam Colt signature adds collectible appeal.
? Authentic Materials: Blued barrels and case-hardened frames reflect classic finishes.
? Limited Production: Made over a relatively short era with serial sequence.
?? Summary
The 3rd Gen Signature Series Colt 1860 Army Fluted .44 is a licensed reproduction of the classic Civil War-era .44-caliber Colt Army percussion revolver. Made in the 1990s–2000s with Italian parts and U.S. finishing, it’s prized for its historic styling, collector appeal, and close homage to one of the most iconic handguns of the 19th century.
Price: $800.99
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: 3rd Gen Blackpowder Signature Series 1860 Colt Fluted Army .44 Revolver NIB
Caliber Info: 44 CAL
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 8" BARREL
Action: REVOLVER
Finish: blued