Colt 125th Anniversary Single Action Army SAA .45 LC Revolver, MFD 1961 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,451.40

WOA#: WY240415EH027

Make: Colt

Model: Single Action Army 2nd Generation, 125th Anniversary Model

Serial Number: 479AM

Year of Manufacture: 1961

Caliber: .45 Colt

Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder

Markings: The top side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT.F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.” and the left is marked “- 125th ANNIVERSARY – S.A.A. MODEL .45 CAL.-“. 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 and each portion of the grip frame is marked “479 AM”. The inside rear face of the loading gate is marked with the assembly number “897”, found again marked on the right-rear of the frame. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “P”, the right is marked “S”. The rear face of the cylinder is marked with a Rampant Colt logo, the front face is marked “479”. The inside of each grip has “479” hand-written in white.

Barrel Length: 7 1/2″

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 smooth walnut with gold-colored Colt medallions. The grips have only a few scattered minor marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Gold

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 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 96% of its metal finish. There is some finish wear in the trigger guard above and in front of the trigger. There is minor handling wear on the hammer spur and some operational wear on the left face of the hammer. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup shows barely perceptible play on each chamber. The trigger pull is crisp. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning will be required to meet your standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a wood Colt presentation case with red fabric lined interior and Colt 125th Anniversary medallion fob.

Our Assessment: This is a beautiful 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army revolver built in 1961, less than a decade after they reintroduced the SAA. The 2nd Generation Colts are the favorite of many, and for good reason. They are built as well as the 1st’s, and by the returning WWII soldiers. This one is especially attractive with the deep blue finish and gold accents, made to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Colt’s Patent Firearms. The revolver is in Very Good condition, showing signs of handling but little use. This is a very nice find for the collector, shooter or cowboy. Please see our pictures and good luck!

Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud