Colt Single Action Army 2nd Gen SAA .357 Mag 5 1/2″ Revolver, 1969 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,970.00
LSB#: LSB251006JW003
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army, 2nd Generation
Serial Number: 49370SA
Year of Manufacture: 1969 / C&R
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.”, the left is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .357 MAGNUM”. The left of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75” and with a rampant colt logo. The left of the trigger guard is marked “VP” in triangle at the front and “V” at the rear. The right of the trigger guard is marked “P”. The bottom of the frame and the left of each portion of the trigger guard are each marked “49370SA”. The rear face of the cylinder is marked with a rampant colt logo. There is a partial matching serial number on the face of the cylinder. The loading gate is marked with assembly number “6”.
Barrel Length: 5 1/2″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter-round blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch at the rear of a groove in the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black hard rubber panels with rampant colt in oval at the top of each panel. There are multiple handling marks and scratches, especially on the right side grip. The checkering is slightly worn. There is good detail in the rampant Colts. There are no partial serial numbers on the grips. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Good to Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Case Color
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 90% of its metal finish. There is bluing loss on the underside of the barrel, at the muzzle and the front sight and thinning on the leading edges of the trigger guard. The case coloring is present but colors are fading. There are slight carbon rings on the cylinder. There is a turn line on the cylinder and drag marks in the cylinder stops.The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Lockup produces no perceptible play. The Hammer spring is tight and the trigger is crisp. The cylinder’s bushing is separate from the cylinder. 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 with a Colt Factory box.
Our Assessment: The Colt Single Action Army Second Generation represents Colt’s successful revival of its most iconic revolver during the postwar era, carrying forward nineteenth-century design and handling into modern production. Reintroduced in 1956 after a fifteen-year hiatus, the Second Generation SAA was produced using original Colt tooling and closely followed First Generation specifications, making these revolvers highly respected for their fit, finish, and mechanical integrity. By 1969, production had matured into a well-refined process, and revolvers from this period reflect Colt’s ability to balance traditional craftsmanship with consistent mid-century manufacturing quality.
This 1969 example is chambered in .357 Magnum and fitted with a 5 1/2 inch barrel, a classic configuration that offers excellent balance and controllability. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9 out of 10. Approximately 90 percent of the original blue and case-colored finish remains, with visible but honest wear including bluing loss at the muzzle and underside of the barrel, thinning on the trigger guard edges, fading case colors, light carbon rings on the cylinder, and a clear cylinder turn line with drag marks at the cylinder stops. The black hard rubber grips show handling marks and wear to the checkering, particularly on the right panel, but retain good Rampant Colt detail and remain free of cracks or chips. Mechanically, the revolver functions correctly with tight lockup, a crisp trigger, and the correct separate cylinder bushing. The revolver is accompanied by its Colt factory box. Overall, this Colt Single Action Army presents as a solid, honest Second Generation example that shows real use while retaining strong originality, making it a compelling addition for collectors seeking a well-preserved but unpretentious late-1960s SAA. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck on your bids!
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