Colt 3rd Gen Single Action Army P1650 5 1/2″ .357 Magnum Revolver, MFD 2006

SOLD FOR: $2125

LSB#: 210921LJ02

Make: Colt

Model: Single Action Army, 3rd Generation

Serial Number: S43875A

Year of Manufacture: 2006 (https://colt.com/serial-lookup)

Caliber: .357 Magnum

Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .357 MAGNUM”. The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.”. The left side of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75” and with the “Rampant Colt” logo. The underside of the frame at the grip frame is marked “S43875A”. The left side of each portion of the grip frame is marked “S43875A” under the grip. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and the left rear with “5”. The front face of the cylinder is marked “875” and the rear “357”. The rear of the loading gate is marked “875”. The inside of each grip panel has “875” hand-scribed.

Barrel Length: 5 1/2”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter round blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square groove in the top strap.

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 grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There is good detail in the colts and eagles. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Case Color

Finish Originality: The great majority of the finish is Original. There is a patch on the top-right of the barrel behind the front sight which is slightly lighter in color than the rest of the barrel. It is not clear if this is a touch-up or a factory defect.

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 96% of its metal finish. The cylinder has some light turn-wear. There is a patch of light scratches and scuffing on the bottom of the barrel behind the ejector tab. There is a patch on the top-right of the barrel behind the front sight which is lighter in color than the rest of the barrel. It is not clear if this is a touch-up or a factory defect. There are a few light nicks in the backstrap. There are infrequent tiny spots of very minor surface oxidation. The case color is vibrant. The screw heads are generally sharp, the grip screw is tool marked with a strong slot. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly and smoothly. This revolver’s cylinder has a separate bushing. The lockup produces very little play on all six chambers. The trigger is crisp. 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:

-White cardboard sleeve with serial-matching label

-Two-piece blue cardboard Colt box with blue flock tray

-Assortment of factory paperwork including manual

-Cable Lock

Our Assessment: Everyone should have a Colt Single Action Army, and this would be a great one to add to any collection. Manufactured in 2006, this revolver is chambered in the more modern .357 Magnum cartridge with a 5 1/2″ barrel and blue & case color finish. The gun is in Fine condition with 96% of its metal finish and a great bore. This is a versatile, classic sixgun in a cartridge that would be just as great for the collector as for the shooter or even hunter. Please see our photos and good luck!