Winchester/Colt WC Commemorative Single Action Army SAA .44-40 WCF Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1,430.00
WOA#: WY240415EH046
Make: Colt
Model: 3rd Generation Single Action Army, Winchester/Colt Commemorative
Serial Number: 2770WC
Year of Manufacture: 1984
Caliber: .44-40 Winchester
Action Type: 6-Shot Single Action Revolver with Side Gate Loading Cylinder
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “+COLT’S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.+”, the bottom is marked “44”. The left side of the frame is marked “PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871. / ” JULY 2,-72 / ” JAN. 19,-75”. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with a “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “K”. The right of the trigger guard is marked “H”. The bottom of the frame in front of the trigger guard is marked “2770WC”. The left-rear of the frame under the grip and the left of each portion of the frame are marked with assembly number “W2501”. The front face of the cylinder is marked “2501”, the rear face is marked “44-40”. The inside of each grip panel has “2501” hand-written. The barrel and cylinder have extensive gold scroll work with a Colt logo on the left of the barrel, Colt’s Hartford factory on the right, and on the cylinder a rampant colt standing on a globe in an oval as well as a “WC” monogram in oval. The backstrap has a Col. Sam Colt signature in gold.
Barrel Length: 7 1/2”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter round blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square groove in the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth walnut. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue, Case Colored & Gold
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is gray and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is a little stubborn fouling about mid-way down. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8 or 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are a few minor marks on the left of the frame between the cylinder and barrel. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks with barely perceptible play on each chamber. The trigger is crisp. We have not fired this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This is a special edition 3rd Generation Single Action Army revolver produced in 1984, originally in collaboration with Winchester. The original idea was to have a matched pair of a Winchester 94 and a Colt SAA, two of the most iconic firearms of the American West, both chambered for the .44-40 cartridge. In 1986, the Winchester/Colt Single Action Army could be purchased separately from the rifle. This appears to be one of these separate revolvers, in Excellent condition with little sign of use. This will make for a great addition to any collection and a beautiful piece to have on display. Please see our photos and good luck!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
