Uberti / Navy Arms 1875 U.S. Schofield .45 Colt 7” Top Break Revolver 1996
SOLD FOR: $1,002.00
LSB#: LSB250902JM051
Make: Uberti, imported by Navy Arms
Model: 1875 U.S. Model Schofield
Serial Number: 2734
Year of Manufacture: 1996 / Modern (BH Date code under the grips)
Caliber: .45 Long Colt
Action Type: Single Action, Top Break Revolver
Barrel Length: 7 inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a half-moon blade integral to the barrel. The rear sight is a Square-notch pinned to the stud latch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two-piece smooth walnut. The grip panels show some signs of wear on the bottom rear of both panels. The butt grip frame has the “US” marking and “1877” date and inspector cartouches on the grip panels. Overall, the grips rate in Very good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued, Case Colored hammer, trigger guard, and stud latch
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish is strong throughout, with the bluing remaining deep and dark, and the case color on the top, and on the hammer remaining vivid. The only notable signs of wear is a turn line on the cylinder and some carbon on the cylinder face. The markings are all correct and matching. They are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp, and the pins are unmarred. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this revolver, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Schofield revolver holds a special place in the evolution of American military and frontier firearms. Originally designed as an improvement to the Smith & Wesson No. 3, the Schofield’s break-top design with automatic ejection proved faster to reload than Colt’s gate-loading Single Action Army, making it popular among cavalrymen and lawmen in the post-Civil War West.
This particular revolver is a faithful reproduction by Uberti, imported by Navy Arms Co. in the 1990s, chambered in the classic .45 Colt cartridge. It offers the same top-break design and 7-inch barrel length as the original military-issued Schofields and has the “US” marking on the butt and “1877” date and inspector cartouches on the grip panels. The blued finish, color case hardened accents, and walnut grips all combine to recreate the visual and mechanical authenticity collectors and cowboy action shooters crave.
For the shooter, it provides smooth single-action operation and excellent balance. For the collector, it’s a sharp, near-mint example of a discontinued model from one of the premier Italian reproduction makers. Complete with its original box, this 1875 Schofield is an ideal addition for any Western enthusiast, SASS competitor, or historical firearm collector. Please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid! –
BF
