At #S26XXXA in 1999 the authentic removable base pin cyl bushing like 1st and 2nd gen guns is re-introduced and cyl end shake is all but eliminated. 1851 Navy 1851 Navy London 1851 Navy (Modern production) 1860 Army 1861 Navy Colt Walker Fluck Pre 1st Model Dragoon . Very early SAAs feature the cone-style firing pin; the tapered type was a redesign introduced in the 2nd Generation. Reflecting the television program influence, circa 1960 Colt quit shipping SAAs in simple black boxes and came up with a colorful one that came to be known as Stagecoach Boxes. Of course that was because there was a drawing of one on its top. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM Surplus 2023, P.O. In every case my pistols cylinders are branded on the back end with the calibers, is thisalways the case for 3rd gen pistols as mine are? If 2nd Generation guns are like 1st Generation guns the same assembly number should be stamped on the frame somewhere; perhaps on the rear of the frame hidden by the grips like it was on all post 1908 Single Actions. All Rights Reserved. Eventually, the latter marking did appear again. In the case there were several brand new 2nd Generation SAAs in their fancy stagecoach boxes. Model 1907 .45 ACP U.S. Contract (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Why is this? I had the opportunity to talk to someone at Colt about 5 years ago about some forgotten issue. Dont worry, Ive picked out three Colt Single Action Army revolvers here for you that are, simply put, works of art. Or any other explanation? Model name did not appear until 2nd Generation. Once the SA in the serial number splits SXXXXXA in 1993, they continue to get better thru 1999. It is almost entirely covered in finely executed English style floral scroll and gold inlay. When I foolishly sold it nine years later it bore the scars of my learning experience in the form of severely buggered screws along with plenty of scratches, blue wear, and faded color case hardening. You can order a 3 volume catalog set now for the December Auction. There was the Buntline made popular by the Wyatt Earp television show; it was a standard SAA with 12" barrel length. Colt Long Guns top. RIAC President Kevin Hogan gives any number of reasons of why savvy collectors are keeping a close eye on 2nd and 3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army revo. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. The barrel lengths ranged from 3 to 12. I'm not knowledgeable with respect to 2nd Generation Single Actions, but Colt used the partial serial number on cylinders and barrels during various periods of production. Colt mass produced these revolvers until 1873, when the introduction of smokeless powder and self-contained cartridges made black powder pistols obsolete. It has everything as far as Im concerned, including versatility, history and performance. For instance, SAAs are known to exist as factory originals with color case-hardened frame, blued barrel and cylinder, and nickel plated grip frame. Here we have a couple of single action army revolvers showing off probably one of the most unique styles of engraving out there. Rich shows us some kneeling positions here. They both show fantastic Nimschke style floral scroll engraving that evokes the Old West feel, which is really what the Colt Single Action Army is all about. Great-great-grandaddy Mack Cullars, 1864, CSA vet. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. It is almost entirely covered in finely executed English style floral scroll and gold inlay. The third generation revolvers were also called the Signature Series and were produced by the same Italian manufacturers to Colt's high standards. Super Match .38 ACP Just saw three 1841s (nickel, 4 3/4" and 45 Colt) come in today from the Colt Custom shop ordered in Jan. 2011. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Sticky Colt Single Action Army Forum Section PHOTO THREAD ! I think a collector-grade revolver should be unfired in the original boxor if worn or shot, it should be a revolver with an historic provenance. Whether the story is true or not, these 2nd Generation Colts with 12 barrels were labeled Buntline Specials. All the while I had kept the original stagecoach box so now the two are together and will remain so throughout my lifetime. Comparing these three Colt Single Action Army revolvers can be an excellent example of what the signature of a master engraver can do for the value of an embellished gun youre looking to buy or even one youre looking to sell. Examine the revolvers back-strap for an engraved signature from Samuel Colt. I know this because I shoot it. I am looking for a S73XXXA production date. As adopted by the US Army in 1873, SAAs were shipped from the factory with frames and hammers color case-hardened, and the rest of the metal parts blued. By their 2011 catalog, which I picked up at the SHOT Show, all the calibers mentioned (in this paragraph) are listed as currently available. This was the 2nd Generation SAA production. These guns carried a varied number of names, from 1873 for the year it was introduced. But it was time well invested. 1977 82000SA. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Special editions of the 2nd Generation guns included the three-inch Sheriffs Model and the 12-inch Buntline Special. NOTE: Colt's website says the phone service is available for first generation SAA's up to the 343,000 serial number range (although mine was slightly higher) and the . (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. At the very least there are many amongst these generations that should not be overlooked. 3rd gen SAAs are not as easy to identify as the 1st and 2nd gens. In the late 1800s, firearms manufacturers welcomed custom orders, and Colt SAAs are known to have been shipped with barrels as short as 2" and as long as 16". Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Rich Nance shows us a drill that helps with target transition and accuracy. Thanks JD, much appreciated. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Ace .22 LR By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. It really is one of those that you need to experience in person to get the full effect. ****. No problem there, if you pick up an affordable non-embellished 2nd or 3rd generation single action, there is a man by the name of David Wade Harris who is carrying on this classic style with the traditional methods, and you guessed it, he learned from Weldon Bledsoe. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. not the total serial number that was on trigger guard frame and back-strap. Whereas the cylinders base-pin bushing was removable in the first two generations, now they were pressed in. On these, the "SA" marking is moved to the front of the serial number. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Colt said the original machinery was badly worn and chattering. The 3rd Generation guns are not bad guns, but in many ways, the Italian replicas are on a par with the Colts. Model 1902 Sporting .38 ACP These types of Colts are widely known as "Artillery" models. Serial # S67xxxA. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Area Code: 918. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. These are both 1st Generation SAAs. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM May/June 2023, P.O. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM March 2022, P.O. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. However, instead of taking up where serial numbers left off 15 years before they started again plus added an SA suffix as in 0001SA. Further identify your revolver as "C" or "F" series. This brings us to the third generation of Colt Single Action Army revolvers. For most serious collectors of Colt Single Action Army Revolvers, their interest stops in 1941 with the end of the first generation. Minnesota Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: NCOWS , GAF, B.O.L.D., Order of St. George, SOCOM. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. This beautiful Colt Single Action Army revolver is signed by L. Wright. I honestly cant believe weve made it this far and these are our first example of gold inlay, yet here we are. Even though I myself am not a serious collector of SAAs, my position at RIAC gives me excellent access to all three generations of these classic revolvers, and recently Ive experienced some beauties in preparing for our December Premiere Auction. Most of these are hard-cast 250-grain semi-wadcutter loads, using either Titegroup or WW231 to achieve 800 fps muzzle velocity. In 2nd Generation production, standard finishes were blue/color case-hardened and full nickel-plating. ------------------------------ Derringers ---------------------------- As said before, however, Colt accommodated custom requests in those days, so, a great number of variations in finish are known to exist. RV Guides. Again its interesting to note in the first run, only 506 had been chambered for .44 Special, and 625 for the magnum. Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, State Agency: Collectors call it the Stagecoach box.. 413K. When civilians became enamored with SAAs, shorter barrel lengths became more popular. Sign in or register to get started. (II) Limit one entry per household. Wyoming Game & Fish Department, State Agency: As is common when a plan is changed at the last minute that choice was a mistake. Cloverleaf House Model Revolver .41. Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: A sub-variation of this was the Storekeepers Model; it was exactly the same as a Sheriffs Model, but had a 4" barrel. Oh and I almost forgot, birds head ivory grips! Serial Number Range. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. No purchase necessary. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1014291126/the-colt-single-action-revolvers-a-shop-manual-volumes-1-and-2-book-by-jerry-kuhnhausen. Model 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP That started the first week of June 1968 when I bought, for the sum of $100, a used but beautiful condition 2nd Generation .45 with 5 barrel. The reason for the Colt SAAs development in the first These days, original Colt revolvers command a premium, and I believe some of the resulting prices are ridiculous. So without further ado, lets have a look at some of these beautiful Colt Single Action Army revolvers. place was as a sidearm to accompany sabers for cavalrymen. The serial number of a gun carries information about its background.Let's explore the secret behind Colt serial numbers now! Model 1910 .45 ACP Worthy of note is that somewhere along the way in the past decade or so, Colt saw fit to go back to the removable cylinder-pin bushing. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. (II) Limit one entry per household. Hopefully a couple of these have caught your attention and maybe convinced you to give a second look at the more modern Colt Single Action Army revolvers, that are sadly often put on the back-burner by Colt collectors. I cannot recommend a class, but I can recommend the best book on Colts, Kuhnhausen's The Colt Single Action Revolvers Shop Manual, Volumes 1&2. If you have an 1851 Navy revolver with a serial number from 4201 to 25099 or a Dragoon numbered 20901 to 25099, then they are "C" Series models. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Year / Serial Number. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. .22 Target, Woodsman, Match Target and related Colt Frontier barrels Duke found; he installed one on what Outdoor Fact. Powered by Invision Community. Custom shop or standard production, where are they. 1873. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Contest open to U.S. residents only. To view our December Premiere Firearms Auction Preview Click Here. The last of the Second Generation New Frontiers was in the 72XXNF serial number range, which gives us a total of slightly over 4,000 New Frontiers from 1961 to 1974. This was not a daunting task. Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. How would this effect value? (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks, State Agency: I cannot recommend a class, but I can recommend the best book on Colts, Kuhnhausen's The Colt Single Action Revolvers Shop Manual, Volumes 1&2. Due to the influence of television westerns Colt adopted this design for a box for No purchase necessary. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Year. Pocket Positive For instance the first two years 8,800 and 9,900 were made, but then in 64 and 65 only 1,200 and then 1,500 were shipped. I was never in love with that .357, which is probably the reason I sold it in 1972. Subscriber Services. Colt began making the SAA again in 1956, with serial numbers ending in SA. Thats where well take up with the next installment, the 3rd Generation. Parts interchange-ability was 100 percent between 1st and 2nd To keep 1st and 2nd Generation SAAs sorted, Colt put an SA suffix at the end of the serial number. It looks like you're new here. Many years ago, while working as a security guard in college, I did lonely patrols in locales ranging from pulpwood plants to modern foundries. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). I decided on the latter. In the history of American arms, three weapons stand out above all the rest: the Kentucky rifle, the Colts revolver, and the Bowie knife, wrote, The sky above the trenches of France was a new frontier as World War 1 opened in 1914, with each side using lumbering, unarmed airplanes for, The Colt Walker revolver was the gun that relaunched Samuel Colts firearms business following the failure of his earlier Patent Arms Manufacturing. Camp Perry .22 About 1994, the SA letters were split and numbers started over again at S00001A. Generation SAAs. The sense of history and emotional attachment to this gun are unmatched. 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Timm earned a Bachelor of Arts from the New York Institute of Technology in 2008 and emerged a technically astute writer. Just look at that nitre blue! I'd say if the number on your cylinder matches the last three digits of the serial number, it is original to the gun. These were called Buntlines after a dime novelist of the 1870s named Ned Buntline. This frame style is often mistakenly called the black powder frame. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. By about 1994, numbers had reached SA99999 so Colt split the SA to either side of the numbers. Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. Deployed military should use stateside address. I just had to check go check. I have that book on the stand beside my recliner. Gun: Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Buntline Special. On mine, the 2nd Gens have the rampant Colt stamped into the back of the cylinder. Caliber choices were much more restricted in the 2nd Generation production. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. My first SAA was purchased in June of 1968, just after turning 19. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Springfield's XD-M Elite 3.8 Compact OSP 10mm pistol is the perfectcarry companion whether you're facing two- or four-legged predators. Instead, later in 1956 .38 Special became a standard Peacemaker caliber. Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Obviously, there are almost endless levels of embellishment that can be done to these revolvers, whether its just a set of nice hardwood grips all the way up to 100% coverage master engraving and a set of mammoth ivory grips. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Agency: Contest void where prohibited by law. By This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. 1979 SA13000. However, if that is the only reason, then why are the prices of even non-antique first generations on the rise? Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, State Agency: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, State Agency: Copyright 2019 sassnet.com .22-.45 Service Model Conversion Unit No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. I am looking for a class on Colt cylinders. New Hampshire Fish & Game Department, State Agency: Shooting Master Factory warranties may apply in some cases. (I) Giveaway ends March 20, 2022. The Colt Single Action Army (SAA) was introduced in 1873. . Gear Reviews; RV Life. The most recent numbers Duke has personally seen have been in the S61000A range. Establish the model of the revolver that you're trying to identify. Last but certainly not least, we have a bit of a culture clash that I just cant look away from. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. L. Wright Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver. Smith & Wesson is chambering its excellent M&P 2.0 pistol in 10mm Auto, and the result is a gun with high capacity and enough power to tackle any defensive task. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless .380 ACP About 4,000 were made in the 2nd Generation run and speaking personally, I think no more awkward version of Colt SAA was ever made. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. .44 Special, and .45 Colt. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Upon his return from Korea, he was presented with another copy of his favorite handgunthe Single Action Army .45by Colt but the details are lost to history. In 1975, a special run of commemoratives was made and was called Peacemaker Centennials. I certainly do. Peter Timm has been writing since 2002 for both print and online publications. Colt took a couple years recess to make more jigs and fixtures, and also to redesign the revolver in order to cut manufacturing costs. 1970 Colt SAA W/ Factory Letter - 357 Mag. In the late 1950s one of those popular western TV shows was named Wyatt Earp. More loading gates DO NOT match then those that do . Its such a simple touch that really adds so much style to these two revolvers. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (when required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. the 3rd Generation the SA became a prefix ranging from SA00001 to SA99999. The 12 month average price is $2,648.77 new and $1,845.60 used. Some might say it is more an interest in collecting antique firearms which would certainly include part of the first generation. I was looking at mid 2nd gen today and the cylinder number matched the last 3 numbers of serial number. The introductory caliber for 3rd Generation SAAs was .45 Colt, but .357 Magnum came along by the end of 1976. Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, State Agency: Ill wrap this up on a personal note. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Model 1902 Military .38 ACP Model 1908 Vest Pocket .25 ACP If you are in search of a good-quality Single Action Army for the use it was intended, I recommend the 2nd Generation Colt SAA. During the 19th century, Colt firearms was one of the leading manufacturers of black powder revolvers. No purchase necessary. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. New York Department of Environmental Conservation, State Agency: All entries must be received by giveaway end date. This could be your opportunity to get a one of a kind heirloom to pass on to your grandchildren and beyond. One of my questions was about the markings on the cylinders of 3rd Gens. This beautiful Colt Single Action Army revolver is signed by L. Wright. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Old-Colts 22,702 . The US Army wanted the toughest grips possible on revolvers that were going to be carried for weeks and months at a time on horseback. Junior .22 LR & .25 ACP Condition: 98 percent (NRA Modern-Excellent) Serial No: 216XXSA. I thought, on 2nd gen, the gate number and cylinder number should match, and neither would match the serial number. Colt introduced the 5" length in 1875. A COLT SAA pistol is currently worth an average price of $2,574.46 new and $599.95 used . grip frame, as was offered as a custom option by Colt in 1st Generation production. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. All of my 'late' Colts came packed that way, as well. Has production slowed to a crawl? Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM May 2023, P.O. Thanks for the share. 1K. I bid on a nickled Colt Frontier Six Shooter on one Rock Island auction (7 1/2", 44-40), which was, at that time, in the $1,500-$1,800 range and the final number was around $2,200. Most probably for no historical reason, these short SAAs were named Sheriffs Models. State Agency: A total of 2002 each were produced as .45s and .44 WCFs. Colt Baby Dragoon Pocket. As such, it was given a 7" barrel. Copyright 1996 - 2023 by Coltautos.com. However, to finish up Id like to put some comments in about my personal involvement with 2nd Generation Peacemakers. Manufactured: 1958. At this point, we should mention grips. ------------------------------ Revolvers ----------------------------- No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. 1838 - 1840 1-850 . 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. SA99999 sport serial numbers that begin with an "S" and end with an "A.". All entries must be received by giveaway end date. (Ambrose Bierce). All entries must be received by giveaway end date. It was a used 2nd Generation .45 with a 5 barrel. Year. 3,800 guns were made in this configuration. They werent the first generation classics. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. There are certainly rumors along these lines, but as far as fit and finish go, after having hundreds of SAAs in my hands, I cant say that I notice much of a difference, if any. Thanks. These guns truly are the sorts of thing that you either buy, or have done personally, to pass on for generations. For his part, Gen. MacArthur racked up quite a score in action in Mexico before World War I. The 2nd Generation guns are chambered to .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Special or .45 Colt. Have pistols in both New Frontier and fixed site models in 44spcl and 44-40. I had a Uberti SAA replica in .45 Colt I often carried, and I remember going to the gun shop and paying for 10 to 12 cartridges at a time. However, only five of those 30 were made in enough quantity to be considered significant. GI#: 102140949. These two revolvers display a very interesting style that is without a doubt masterfully executed. (I) Giveaway ends March 31, 2023. These two really do show some brilliantly tasteful gold inlay that doesnt detract from the skillful engraving, yet really adds an eye-grabbing element to the revolver as a whole. Life Lesson: Get the Colt SAA's serial number and call 1-800-962-COLT before making the purchase. Click the sign-in button at the top right of the forums page to get connected. Illinois Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Here's his response: I waited almost a year for mine in .44-40 w/ 5 1/2' barrel. It seems that there could be a huge opportunity here for some collectors, especially those just starting their collections, to get into the market at a price point that is comfortable for them, and still get that legendary Colt quality and reputation that all Colt collectors are really after. Single Action Army & Bisley Woodsman 2nd & 3rd Mod & Match Target. case-hardened frame (and sometimes hammer), with the rest of the metal parts blued. In 1976 a "Third" generation of Colt Single Action Armys was introduced. Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, State Agency: When SAA production ended, the machinery was stored in a corner of the Colt plant. In order of number produced, we have the .45 Colt, .44 WCF (.44-40), .38 WCF (.38-40), .32 WCF (.32-20) and .41 Colt. Also its worth noting, the only caliber ever chambered in the SAA, which gained its own specific moniker, was .44 WCF. 1907. This is a 3rd Generation Colt SAA .44-40 (.44 WCF) with 3" barrel. What is most important, other than caliber, is the Generation. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Its time for the leap of faith now folks. manner in securing the base pin to a spring-loaded transverse latch. Michigan Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: September 12, 2018 in SASS Wire. Were getting away from the legends and the factory engraving and sailing into uncharted waters. Sign-up now to get more revolver content every Wednesday! Since its beginning in 1873, the Colt SAA has been made in three distinct generations. First generation SAAs ran continuously until 1940 with serial numbers stopping at 357859; there were no letters in the serial numbers. The pattern of the ratchet teeth on the rear of the cylinders is different for 1st Gen, 2nd Gen, and 3rd Gen. Anyone have more recent dates? Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Iowa Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Values range from around $3,000 for 100 percent guns to the $1,000 neighborhood for 60 percent guns. The intricate, tight scrollwork excellently highlights this master craftsmans skill, and is truly a sight to behold. and the 4" (right) was made a standard option in 1879. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. It is important to train in various shooting positions. Second Generation Colt Single Action Army revolvers were produced from 1956-1974 and carried serial numbers in the range of 0001SA to 73,205SA. I cannot recommend a class, but I can recommend the best book on Colts, Kuhnhausen's The Colt Single Action Revolvers Shop Manual, Volumes 1&2. They are auctioning over 1000 Colts, including over 150 first generation Colt Single Actions, this coming weekend. 3 early 3rd's(1977) and 1 1984 3rd with nothing on the cylinders. Why does the manufacture / ship date on my letter not match what come up on Colt's database, or in any of the serial number lookups? All 2nd Generation Colt SAAs (except for some commemoratives) were built with the transverse latch frame. Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, State Agency: Contest void where prohibited by law. No wonder also that keen minds at Colt saw sales opportunities, and therefore in 1956 reintroduced the SAA. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. Contest open to U.S. residents only. In May of 1970 I turned 21 and could walk into a gun store and legally buy a handgun for the first time. Contest void where prohibited by law. Could it be that the quality of the first generation is just better than their younger counterparts? 3rd Generation Colt Dates of Manufacturing Updated to 2012. Find the Serial Number Range. Theyll all be available at our December Premier Auction, and most likely for a fraction of the cost of an embellished First Generation. Barrel swapping between 3rd Generation and the previous two generations was now out. Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, State Agency: Smith & Wesson is first to create a production revolver in the popular .350 Legend cartridge. New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Annoying people seems to be what I do best CAS, Black Powder, SW DA Revolvers, Trap, Woodworking, Model Trains, History, Reloading. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM April 2023, P.O. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. And neither would match the serial number and call 1-800-962-COLT before making the.... The leading manufacturers of black powder pistols obsolete Navy Colt Walker Fluck Pre 1st model Dragoon in. 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