Colt SIngle Action Army 3rd Gen .357 Mag 7 1/2” Revolver & Box 1976-82

SOLD FOR: $1,775.00

LSB#: WY241003SM004

Make: Colt

Model: Single Action Army

Serial Number: SA56098

Year of Manufacture: 1976-1982 3rd Gen

Caliber: .357 Magnum

Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .357 MAGNUM” 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 “SA56098” in front of the trigger guard.

Barrel Length: 7 ½”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch integral to the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered polymer with rampant colt at the top and an eagle at the bottom . There is little to  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 light operation wear. 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 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 Single Action Army made in 1976-1982. The revolver is in Excellent condition with 99% of its finish remaining and appears lightly used. 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.

Colt SIngle Action Army 3rd Gen .357 Mag 7 1/2” Revolver & Box 1976-82
Colt SIngle Action Army 3rd Gen .357 Mag 7 1/2” Revolver & Box 1976-82