Great Western Arms 25-20 9″ Single Action Revolver MFD 1950s C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,550.00
LSB#: WY250328JS029
Make: Great Western Arms Co.
Model: Single Action Revolver
Serial Number: 17666
Year of Manufacture: 1950s, C&R
Caliber: .25-20 Winchester
Action Type: Single Action Revolver, Loaded via Side Loading Gate, Unloading via Ejector Rod
Markings: The bottom of the frame is marked “17666”
Barrel Length: 9”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a square notch milled into the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels. There are light handling marks present. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued / Case Colored
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 90% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling and operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are sharp. Overall, this revolver rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: Great Western Arms Company was established in the 1950s to meet the renewed demand for single-action revolvers spurred on by the popularity of Western films and television. These revolvers were built in California and were intended to emulate the classic Colt Single Action Army, often using parts and designs nearly identical to the original.
This revolver is chambered in .25-20, a unique and less common caliber for a single action, more often seen in lever-action rifles. Its 9-inch barrel and original finish give it a striking profile, and the high condition makes it an attractive option for collectors of post-war American wheelguns.
For fans of the Old West aesthetic or collectors of Great Western Arms revolvers, this is a wonderful example with sharp markings, solid mechanics, and C&R eligibility. Please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid! -M.C.
