USFA U.S. Firearms USA Single Action Army SAA Rodeo 5.5″ .45 Colt Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1675
LSB#: 210607RH46
Make: U.S. Firearms (USFA)
Model: Rodeo, Reproduction Single Action Army
Serial Number: S495
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 2004
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “45 COLT”, the top is marked “U.S.F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.”. The left of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871 / ” JULY.2-72. / “ JAN.19-75.”, the bottom of the frame in front of the trigger guard is marked with the serial number “S495”. The rear of the frame, the rear face of the loading gate and the left of each portion of the grip frame have assembly number “817”. The assembly number is also hand-scribed on the inside of each grip panel. The left of each portion of the grip frame has “S495” scribed. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “S495”. The barrel, under the ejector housing, is marked “S495”.
Barrel Length: 5 1/2”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch in the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black hard rubber grips with “US” in oval at their tops. The grips show no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the original grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Blue, Case Color Hammer
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is minor turn-wear in the cylinder, mostly in the lead-in grooves and stop notches. Otherwise, there is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly and very smoothly. The mainspring and sear-bolt spring have been replaced (the originals are included). Cylinder lockup produces no play on each chamber. The trigger is crisp. The cylinder has a removable bushing. The firing pin is conical and there is no window in the loading gate at the hinge, indicative of US-made parts. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a two-piece cardboard USFA box with black exterior, green interior, serial-matching label, a blue cloth USFA pouch and an assortment of paperwork including manual. The box has minor storage wear, in Fine condition.
Our Assessment: Colt’s Model 1873, the Single Action Army, is the “gun that won the west”, perhaps the most iconic handgun of all time. For nearly 150 years, the gun has been produced in a variety of configurations, finishes and calibers. This revolver is the absolute closest to a Colt you can get without a pony on the side. This USFA Rodeo has a matte blue finish with a 5 1/2″ barrel and is chambered for the classic .45 Colt cartridge. It is in Excellent condition, appearing to have spent more time in its serial-matching USFA box than out. The mainspring and sear-bolt spring have been upgraded, resulting in a silky-smooth action, but the original parts are also included if you want to return it to factory condition. This gorgeous revolver will make a great addition to any collection. Please see our photos and good luck!