Colt Single Action Army SAA Nickel 4.75″ .44 Special 3rd Gen Revolver 1980
SOLD FOR: $1,800.00
LSB#: LSB250522DD036
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Serial Number: SA34992
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1980, Modern
Caliber: .44 Special
Action Type: Single-Action Revolver with a Six-Round Side-Loaded Cylinder
Barrel Length: 4.75″, Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed by the muzzle. The rear sight is a square-notch integral to the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth walnut panels. There are only the faintest handling marks with no notable wear. The grips remain tight to the frame with no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Nickel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore and no fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are only the faintest signs of handling. The nickel finish is brilliant with no turn line or burn marks of any kind. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action trigger is crisp. The hammer has three clicks. The cylinder locks with only minor, barely perceptible play at each stop. We have not fired this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in its original Colt cardboard box with a serial-matching end label and factory foam insert. No manual is included.
Our Assessment:
This Colt Single Action Army is a pristine example of the 3rd Generation sixguns that continued Colt’s iconic legacy well into the modern era. Chambered in the timeless .44 Special, it blends classic aesthetics with a highly desirable caliber favored by discerning revolver shooters for its balance of accuracy, recoil, and heritage.
The 4.75″ barrel offers the perfect midpoint for carry, handling, and sight radius, while the nickel finish and walnut grips deliver unmistakable Colt elegance. With 99% of its finish remaining, a flawless bore, and no visible signs of use or wear, this revolver is ideal for collectors seeking a top-tier factory example.
Whether you’re a Colt enthusiast, a cowboy-action shooter, or simply someone who appreciates heirloom-quality revolvers, this SAA delivers historical styling with investment-grade condition—ready for the safe, the range, or both. So bid high and bid firm. I encourage you to look at the condition of the item in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
