Colt New Frontier .45 Colt 7 3/8” Single Action 6-Shot Revolver, 1978
SOLD FOR: $1,950.00
LSB#: WY240905SP008
Make: Colt
Model: New Frontier
Serial Number: 02357NF
Year of Manufacture: 1978, BB of Collectables
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT NEW FRONTIER S.A.A. .45” and the top “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.”. The left of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19. 1871 / JULY 2. 72 JAN. 19. 75” and with a rampant colt logo. The bottom of the frame is marked “02357NF” in front of the trigger guard.
Barrel Length: 7 3/8”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base pinned to the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth hard wood with rampant colt medallion at the top of each grip. There is no handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Case Coloring
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 9/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no operation wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Excellent condition. This revolver appears well taken care of over the years.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: Revolver comes in its factory box.
Our Assessment: The Colt Single Action Army handgun is a single action revolver designed for the US government service revolver trials of 1873 by Colt’s Manufacturing Company and adopted as the standard military service revolver until 1892. Although the SAA has been offered in over 30 different calibers and various barrel lengths, its overall appearance has remained consistent since 1873. Colt has discontinued its production twice, but brought it back due to excessive demand.
This is a Colt New Frontier made in 1978. The revolver is in about Excellent condition with 99% of its finish remaining and appears lightly handled. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition in our high quality photos. Good luck on your bid. -C.M.
