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Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box for sale
Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box for sale
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Guns International #: 103130491
Seller's Inventory #: 2504-0342
Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
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Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box
Description: The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle. This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection. Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt Manufacturer: Colt Model: New Frontier Serial Number: 12053NF Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm) Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH. Chambers: 6 Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod Condition: Used - Excellent Barrels: Carbon Steel Barrel Type: SAA barrel Action: Single Action Only Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions Finish: Blue Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz. Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm) Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981 Case: Colt Box Price: $2,895.00 Contact Seller |
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Guns International #: 103130491
Seller's Inventory #: 2504-0342
Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
Guns International #: 103130491
Seller's Inventory #: 2504-0342
Guns International #: 103130491
Seller's Inventory #: 2504-0342
Colt New Frontier SAA 3rd Gen, .45 Colt 4.75” w/Factory Colt Box
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
Description:
The Colt Single Action Army, also known as the Peacemaker, is one of the most popular firearms of all time and has been so since its introduction in 1873. It was built to replace the many cartridge conversion revolvers that were prevalent in the post-Civil War period. When the SAA was introduced, it changed everything. It featured the addition of a top strap in the frame for increased strength, an 1851 Navy grip, the manual ejector rod found on the previous M1871-72 open top revolvers, and most importantly, the ability to shoot centerfire ammunition. The addition of a top strap allowed the SAA to continue production after the introduction of smokeless powder in the 1880s. The SAA was popular with lawmen, ranchers, bandits, and soldiers. It was used by the U.S. Army as the Model of 1873 in .45 Colt, the SAA’s most famous chambering. The SAA chambered for over 30 different cartridges, for which the .45 was the most well-known, alongside the popular 44-40, 38-40, 32-20, and many others. The first generation of the SAA was produced between 1873 and 1940 when production stopped due to the need to produce M1911A1 pistols in greater numbers for use by the U.S. military. The SAA re-entered production in 1956, chambered for four cartridges, the 45 Colt, 44 Special, 357 Magnum, and 38 Special. Colt temporarily ceased production in 1974. Much of the machinery used to make the SAA was by then worn out and Colt needed to retool. A few changes were made to the design to make the SAA easier to mass produce. These included changing the pitch of the barrel’s threads from 20 TPI to 24 TPI, a pressed in cylinder bushing instead of the removable type found in previous generations, and reshaping of the ratchet at the rear of the cylinders which also necessitated a different shape on the rotating hand. The SAA 3rd Generation was put into production in 1976 chambered in 45 Colt and by the end of the year in 357 Magnum as well. Sadly, in a very unwise decision, Colt took the SAA out of the catalogue in 1982 right as Cowboy Action Shooting was taking off and the market for SAAs was already beginning to increase. Individual SAAs continued to be built on a custom basis through the Colt Custom Shop. By 1993, finally realizing they had shot themselves in the foot, Colt brought back the SAA to the Catalogue in .45 Colt and .44-40. The next year, the .38-40 was offered. The .45 Colt was originally created in 1872 as a collaboration between Colt and Union Metallic Cartridge (UMC). It was intended for use in the prototype of what was eventually produced as the Model of 1873. The cartridge featured a Benet-primed copper case, 40 grains of black powder, and a flat-nosed, 255-grain lead bullet. In the following years, several improvements were made. The Benet primer was replaced by the Boxer primer which allowed for reloading at the unit level. The weak copper case was replaced by a stronger brass one. The 40-grain load proved to be fast (1050 ft/s) but produced too much recoil for the average soldier, and so the charge was reduced to 28 grains of black powder (855 ft/s). The 40-grain loading could still be found on the commercial market for many years. Eventually, the .45 Colt made the transition to smokeless powder. The final alteration made to the cartridge involved adding an extractor groove to the base of the case just above the rim. This final modification allowed for the reliable extraction of spent cases from the chamber of a lever action rifle.
This 3rd Generation SAA is a New Frontier model chambered for the classic .45 Colt. The New Frontier is different from the standard SAA in that it possesses an adjustable rear sight and a double-ramp front sight. It is in excellent condition and comes with the original factory box. The Colt ’s serial number search program does not recognize the serial number, so the most that can be said is that this New Frontier was made sometime between 1978 and 1981. The only form of wear on the pistol is a small nick on the left-hand grip. The bluing on the revolver is immaculate and the color case hardening is something to behold. This SAA would make a nice addition to any Colt collection.
Handgun Caliber: .45 Colt
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 12053NF
Barrel Length: 4.75 inches (120.65 mm)
Bore Info: 6 grooves, 1 in 16 inches (1 in 406 mm) LH.
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Manual ejection via ejector rod
Condition: Used - Excellent
Barrels: Carbon Steel
Barrel Type: SAA barrel
Action: Single Action Only
Triggers: .15-inch (3.81 mm) smooth trigger
Stock: Walnut Grips with Colt Medallions
Finish: Blue
Weight: 2 lbs. 4.8 oz.
Sights: Adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, sight radius 6.328 inches (160.73 mm)
Manufacture Date: Between 1978 - 1981
Case: Colt Box
Price: $2,895.00
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