Colt 2nd Generation Single Action Army SAA 7 1/2″ .45 LC Revolver, 1970 C&R
SOLD FOR: $2825
LSB#: 211213HE03
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army, 2nd Generation
Serial Number: 58027SA
Year of Manufacture: 1970 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45”. 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 “58027SA”. The front and back strap are both marked “58027SA” on their left side. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “V”. The front of the cylinder is marked “027”, the rear has a Rampant Colt logo.
Barrel Length: 7 ½”
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 faux-pearl with wood backing. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are alternately proud and shy to the frame. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition as not original to the gun.
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.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The trigger guard has a thin scratch on the left, just below the frame. The cylinder has a few scattered minor marks and faint turn-wear. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in Fine-Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly. The cylinder locks with barely perceptible play on each chamber. The cylinder has a removable bushing. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a Colt Custom Shop display case. The case has scattered light storage wear on the exterior with some light wear from the revolver on the interior.
Our Assessment: The Colt Single Action Army is perhaps the quintessential old west handgun, produced for more than a century, serving the U.S. Army as its sidearm from 1873 into the first world war and captivating audiences on the silver screen. The SAA was discontinued by Colt as it tooled up to provide for the WWII war effort, and it was thought by Colt that the design was obsolete, swing-out cylinder revolvers had been around for half a century and autoloaders were gaining in popularity. Then, with the advent of television and western programs such as Hopalong Cassidy, The Lone Ranger, The Cisco Kid, and The Gene Autry Show, American interest in the guns that won the west was reborn. In 1956, Colt reintroduced the Single Action Army, this new production run now referred to as the 2nd Generation SAA’s.
Everyone should have a Colt Single Action Army, and this would be a beauty to add to any collection. Manufactured in 1970, this revolver was made toward the end of the 2nd Generation’s production and is in Fine-Excellent condition. It retains about 98% of its metal finish, a great bore, strong mechanics and has been equipped with an attractive set of faux-pearl grips.
Housed in a Colt Custom Shop presentation case, this would make a great addition to a Colt collection, but would also make for a fun shooter. Please see our photos and good luck!