Colt Single Action Army .45 Colt 7.5″ Revolver MFD 1911 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,905.00
LSB#: LSB250512SG135
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army (SAA)
Serial Number: 317674
Year of Manufacture: 1911, C&R
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action Revolver with Side Loading-Gate and Ejector Rod
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.” The left side of the barrel is marked “.45 COLT.” The left side of the frame is marked with the two-line patent dates and the rampant Colt logo. The bottom of the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap are each marked “317674”
Barrel Length: 7.5” (Replaced Barrel)
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: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels. There are light handling marks and some present and some shrinkage from age. The grips are not original to this revolver. The grips rate in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued & Case Colored
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is erosion and pitting present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 30% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows typical operational wear and thinning. The finish on the barrel is mostly intact. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks up with minimal play. The timing is correct. The hammer has a crisp, positive lockup in each notch. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This is a Colt Single Action Army revolver manufactured in 1911, placing it firmly in the heyday of the Old West’s influence on American firearms culture. Known for its robust design and powerful .45 Colt chambering, the SAA became synonymous with frontier lawmen and cavalry alike, and by the time this example was made, it had already become an icon.
This revolver has a replaced barrel but retains matching serial numbers across the major components, along with a classic combination of original blued and case-colored finishes. Despite honest wear from use and age, it maintains clear markings and good mechanical function. The grips are period-correct style replacements and lend the revolver a continued utilitarian presence.
Whether you’re a collector of early 20th-century Colts, a fan of classic cowboy arms, or simply looking for a piece of genuine American firearm history, this revolver deserves attention. Its 1911 production date makes it an especially appealing piece for those seeking Colt’s most storied revolver in a pre-war configuration. Please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid! – M.C.
