Colt S.A.A. .44/40 6” Single Action Custom Edition 6-Shot Revolver, 1987
SOLD FOR: $3,352.00
LSB#: WY240914BS006
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Serial Number: SA73638
Year of Manufacture: 1987, Colt Serial Number Lookup
Caliber: .44-40
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate non-fluted Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 44-40” 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”. The bottom of the frame is marked “SA73638” in front of the trigger guard.
Barrel Length: 6”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch in the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with Gold Colt 150th medallions. 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 10/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no operation wear. There is a very fine turn line on the un-fluted cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Excellent condition.
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: This revolver comes with its factory box, factory paperwork, and a letter from Colt to authenticate the revolver.
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 Custom Edition Colt Single Action Army made in 1987. 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.
