Colt SAA Lawman Series Bat Masterson Commemorative .45 Cal 4.75″ Revolver

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SOLD FOR: $3,750.00

LSB#: LSB251213BG008

Make: Colt

Model: Single Action Army Second Gen

Serial Number: 90LMP

Year of Manufacture: 1967 / C&R

Caliber: .45 Colt

Action Type: 6-Shot Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The left side of the barrel is marked in “LAWMAN SERIES – BAT MASTERSON”. The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45” The left side of the frame is marked “Pat. Sept. 19, 1871 / ” July 2. 72 / “” Jan. 19. 75” with the Rampant Colt logo. The underside of the frame is marked with the serial number “90LMP”. The left side of both grip frames are marked with the serial number. The grip panels are marked with a matching “90”. Partial serial number. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “U”.

Barrel Length: 4 3/4″

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 black rubber with the American Eagle on the bottom and the rampant Colt on the top. The stocks show minimal marks and signs from handling and storage wear. The grips rate in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Nickel

Finish Originality: Original.

Bore Condition: THIS SAA APPEARS TO BE UNFIRED SINCE FACTORY TESTING. The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. The gun appears to have been stored in the presentation case for most of its life. The balance shows very minimal wear both handling and storage. There is no turn line on the cylinder and no carbon buildup as the gun appears to be unfired since factory testing. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: Due to the high condition and lack of a turn line, we elected to not operate the action. However, we see no reason why it would not be fully functional. 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: Red felt-lined presentation case with paperwork. Case has the printing of a letter that Bat Masterson sent to Colt specifying his famous gun order. The case has its original cardboard protective sleeve.

Our Assessment: The Colt Single Action Army is one of the most iconic revolvers in American firearms history, produced by Colt since its introduction in 1873. Known as the “Peacemaker,” the revolver became closely associated with the lawmen, outlaws, and frontier figures of the American West. Chambered in .45 Colt and prized for its rugged design and simple single-action operation, the Single Action Army remains one of the most recognizable revolver designs ever produced and continues to be celebrated through special editions and commemorative models.

This revolver is part of the Lawman Series Bat Masterson Commemorative produced in 1967, honoring famed frontier lawman Bat Masterson. Limited to just 500 examples, this particular revolver is number 90 of the series. The configuration of this Single Action is comparable to the special Order to Colt made by Masterson requesting:

“Gents: Please send Me one of your nickel plated short .45 calibre revolvers. It is for my own use and for that reason I would like to have a little Extra pains taken with it. I am willing to pay Extra for Extra work. Make it very Easy on the trigger and have the front Sight a little higher and thicker than the ordinary pistol of this Kind. Put on a gutta percha handle and send it as soon as possible, have the barrel about the same length that the ejector rod is.”

The commemorative features special barrel markings referencing the Lawman Series and Masterson’s name, along with a bright nickel finish and distinctive grips. The included presentation case is printed with a reproduction of a letter sent by Masterson to Colt specifying the order for his well-known revolver, further tying the piece to one of the legendary figures of the American frontier era

Due to the high level on condition, we chose to not operate the action and risk a turn line forming. The revolver is accompanied by its red felt-lined presentation case and paperwork. As a limited Second Generation Single Action Army commemorative, this Bat Masterson Lawman Series revolver represents a highly collectible tribute to one of the Old West’s most famous lawmen. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!