Colt 2nd Gen Single Action Army SAA .45 Colt 7.5 Inch Revolver 1967
Archival record: Specifications and condition reflect the firearm as listed at the time of auction.
Final Auction Price: $2,224.00
The Colt Single Action Army remains one of the most iconic revolvers ever produced, and second generation examples continue to hold strong appeal for collectors who want classic Colt styling in a postwar production gun. This 1967 example is chambered in .45 Colt and fitted with the classic 7 1/2 inch barrel, a configuration closely associated with the traditional cavalry length Single Action Army. With strong original finish, vivid remaining case color, and a bright bore, it is a handsome representative of Colt’s revived western legend.
Identification
MMA#: 260127EC013
Make: Colt
Model: Single Action Army, 2nd Generation
Serial Number: 43995SA
Year of Manufacture: 1967, C&R
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action revolver with side loading gate cylinder
Barrel Length: 7 1/2 inches
Sights / Optics
The front sight is a quarter round blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch at the rear of the groove in the top strap, consistent with the classic Single Action Army sighting arrangement.
Stock / Grip Configuration & Condition
The revolver is fitted with a one piece smooth wood grip. The grip shows handling and storage marks, scuffs, nicks, and draglines, but there are no chips or cracks. Overall grip condition: Very Good Plus.
Finish & Overall Condition
Type of Finish: Blue and case color
Finish Originality: Original
This revolver retains approximately 92 percent of its original finish. The cylinder is serial matching to the revolver. The frame retains most of its case coloring. There are handling and storage marks, scuffs, nicks, and draglines throughout. There is thinning on the left side of the barrel near the muzzle and on the ejector rod housing. The cylinder shows a turn line and thinning on the leading edges. Screw heads are sharp and markings are clear. Overall condition: Very Good Plus.
Bore & Mechanics
Bore Condition: Bright with sharp rifling, stubborn fouling present, and no erosion. Rated 10 out of 10.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Cylinder lockup shows minor side to side play. This revolver was not test fired. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be desired before use.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories
Included is a two piece Colt box.
Our Assessment
The Colt Single Action Army is perhaps the definitive revolver of the American West, serving the U.S. Army from 1873 into the early 20th century and later becoming an enduring symbol of frontier history through film and television. Although Colt discontinued the model during World War II, renewed public fascination with western firearms in the 1950s led to the return of the SAA in what collectors now call second generation production.
This 1967 revolver is a classic example of that revival era. Chambered in .45 Colt and fitted with the long 7 1/2 inch barrel, it carries the look and feel that made the model famous. With matching cylinder, strong case colors, and a bright bore, it offers both collector appeal and practical shootability. For anyone building a Colt collection or seeking a traditional Single Action Army with real period charm, this is a very attractive second generation example.
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