Uberti US Patent Fire-arms 1873 SAA .45 Colt 4.75″ Single Action Revolver

SOLD FOR: $1,380.00

LSB#: LSB260124AK006

Make: A. Uberti, Italy for US Patent Fire-arms

Model: Single Action Army

Serial Number: 119152

Year of Manufacture: Modern

Caliber: .45 Colt

Action Type: Single Action Fluted Cylinder Revolver Loaded from Side Gate.

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “U.S. PT. F. A. Mfg. Co., Hartford Ct, USA”. The left side of the barrel is marked “45 Colt”. The bottom of the barrel is marked “A. Uberti Italy 45”. The left side of the frame is marked with the 1873 Colt patent dates. The left side is also marked “45 Cal”. The serial number is marked on the frame and grip frame of the revolver.

Barrel Length: 4.75″ 

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a V notch sight carved in the top strap. 

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth maple. There is minor handling wear and light compression dents. There are no chips or cracks. Overall this set of grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blued, Case Color

Finish Originality:  Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is light fouling in the bore. There is no erosion in the bore. There is dust from storage. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.  

Overall Condition:  This revolver retains about 97% of its original finish. There is light handling and operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tooled. The markings are clear. Overall this revolver is in 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 requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Box, Paperwork, Extra Grips, and Cloth Sleeve.

Our Assessment: The Uberti-produced 1873 Single Action Army revolver, imported under the U.S. Patent Fire-Arms marking, is a faithful continuation of the legendary Colt Peacemaker pattern that defined American sidearms following its adoption in 1873. Built in Italy with close adherence to original dimensions and styling, these revolvers capture the balance, lockwork, and handling that made the original design iconic. Chambered in .45 Colt, a cartridge developed alongside the original revolver for U.S. military service, this combination remains one of the most historically significant and enduring pairings in American firearms, known for its authoritative performance and continued relevance among traditional revolver enthusiasts.

This example presents in Excellent condition, retaining approximately 97% of its original blued and case-colored finish with only light handling and operational wear visible. The smooth maple grips provide a distinctive and attractive contrast to the metal finish, showing minor handling marks and light compression without any structural issues. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and only light fouling and storage dust present, rating 9 out of 10. The revolver maintains the classic fixed sight arrangement of a blade front and top strap notch rear, delivering the traditional sight picture consistent with the original pattern.

Mechanically, the revolver functions correctly, preserving the crisp single action operation expected of this design. The markings remain clear and well defined, and the included factory box, paperwork, and cloth sleeve add to the completeness of the package. This revolver offers a well-executed modern representation of the 1873 pattern with strong visual appeal and solid condition throughout. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! MF