Colt 2nd Gen Single Action Army SAA NRA Centennial .45 LC Revolver 1971 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,575.00
WOA#: WY240415EH096
Make: Colt
Model: NRA Centennial Colt SAA
Serial#: NRA4336
Year of Manufacture: 1971, C&R
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single-Action Revolver with a Side Gate loaded 6-Chamber Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “1871 NRA Centennial 1971”. The left side of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871 / JULY 2.72 JAN.19.75” adjacent to the Rampant Colt Logo. The bottom of the frame has the serial number, found again on the left of each portion of the grip frame. The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT.F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.” The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45”. The front face of the cylinder is marked “336”, the rear face has a rampant colt. The right-rear of the frame and rear of the loading gate each have assembly number “561”. The inside of each grip panel has “4330” hand-written (possibly a factory error).
Barrel Length: 7 1/2”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch integral to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The grips are two-piece smooth walnut with gold-colored NRA medallions. The grips have a few scattered light marks. The right panel (faces down when in the case) has a spot of finish loss and a vertical mark that appears to be either a scratch or a shallow surface crack. There are no chips. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue and Case Color
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: The revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. The metal has no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, the revolver is in Fine-plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: The gun comes with a wood case that features a NRA commemorative coin at the center of the cover and has yellow felt padding inside. The medallion was originally inset to the interior of the lid, it has been re-mounted on the exterior of the lid. Also included is a key to secure the case.
Our Assessment: The National Rifle Association was founded in 1871 and chartered in New York. The group was founded by William Conant Church and George Wood Wingate and it elected retired General Ambrose Burnside as its first president in 1871. The group’s original goal was to support marksmanship programs that could be used to help the military better train recruits. The NRA would only begin to realign itself as a Conservative advocacy group in the 1970s, that is when it started to use its influence to oppose more restrictive measures vis-a-vis gun rights. The organization has a long and complex history. This particular revolver was made by Colt in 1971 to celebrate the group’s centennial anniversary. It is beautifully constructed with strong mechanics and is impressively finished. This is a great option that dedicated NRA members and fans of the Colt will not want to miss out on!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
