Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. As for elevation, if you learn to use the front sight as its intended, holding one-third to one-half of the sight in the rear notch with the rest showing above, depending on the range and load, you will have a hit. Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: By No purchase necessary. Colt actually made some like this in the 1st Generation, but the Sheriffs Additional models were introduced as third-generation Black powder revolvers, so if your revolver is one of the three models cited above, that narrows it down. Contest void where prohibited by law. 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. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. A special run of only 503 SAAs were made in .45 Colt caliber with 3 barrels. 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? Most probably for no historical reason, these short SAAs were named Sheriffs Models. Find the Serial Number Range. In order to participate in the GunBroker Member forums, you must be logged in with your GunBroker.com account. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Concealed Carry 2023, P.O. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM May 2023, P.O. Those were merely different names for the same cartridge. I got one of the very first, but was surprised it was caliber stamped .44-40 and not .44 WCF or Frontier Six-Shooter. Thanks for the share. Very early SAAs feature the cone-style firing pin; the tapered type was a redesign introduced in the 2nd Generation. Which one are you? River City Regulators (#7), Alaska 49rs, NRA Life Member. 2nd Generation SAAs. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. These Second Generation Colt Single Action Army revolvers were produced from 1956 to 1974 and carried serial numbers in the range of 0001SA to 73,205SA. This gap in market value between the generations grows even wider when we start looking at embellished revolvers, say a Cuno Helfricht engraved first generation versus a third generation with class D engraving. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Also, is there anyone who cant love that nickel and nitre blue contrast? 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. Great-great-grandaddy Mack Cullars, 1864, CSA vet. The top of the barrel is stamped, "Colt's P.T.F.A. This one really is the "British Invasion" Colt Single Action Army style. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. Special editions of the 2nd Generation guns included the three-inch Sheriffs Model and the 12-inch Buntline Special. That's more than i would pay for a 3rd generation. in 2nd Generation production were 7 ", 5 " and 4". Here is what handgun hunters can expect from this big-bore X-Frame revolver. Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, State Agency: Colt Saa Serial Numbers 2nd Generation 2; Colt Saa Serial Numbers 2nd Generation Case; LSB#: 170314TC01 Make: Colt Model: Single Action Army 2nd Generation Serial Number: 52598SA Year of Manufacture: Late 1969 Caliber: .45 Colt Action Type: 6-Shot Single Action Revolver with Side Loading Gate Cylinder Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Or any other explanation? All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. The four standard chamberings of the 2nd Generation SAA were (from left) .45 Colt, .44 Special, .357 Magnum and .38 Special. So without further ado, lets have a look at some of these beautiful Colt Single Action Army revolvers. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. That I promptly proceeded to do at a place called Mack & Daves in Huntington, West Virginia. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. This frame style is often mistakenly called the black powder frame. It's exhausting how much information is in that book. 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. Most 1st Generation hammers were also case hardened, but toward the end of production they started having bright polished sides. The introductory caliber for 3rd Generation SAAs was .45 Colt, but .357 Magnum came along by the end of 1976. Furthermore Colt did not warranty any SAAs for smokeless powder ammunition until serial number 192000 in 1900. Almost every 2nd Generation revolver is properly regulated for standard ammunition, but if the piece fires a bit to the right or to the left, turning the barrel isnt difficult. Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Checked a 1st Gen Bisley, no markings on the cylinder. Anyone have more recent dates? Bledsoe visited and learned from Agee shortly before his death in 1955, and as you can see, carried on this engraving tradition flawlessly. L. Wright Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver. Shooting Master Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Of course .45 Colt was tops, but the only other calibers offered as standard were .44 Special, .38 Special and .357 Magnum. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Beretta's new APX A1 Carry shows that this historic brand is still competingin the modern market. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. If your revolver has such a signature, then it is not the second generation, it is a third generation. I just checked two 2nd Gen 'fixed sight' Single Action Armies and a 2nd Gen New Frontier. Colt began making the SAA again in 1956, with serial numbers ending in SA. 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This all really comes down to personal taste, and here is where I have to say, that as a guy that usually doesnt get excited about embellishments of any kind, some of these works of art were hard to ignore. trademarks of Colt's Manufacturing Company, Inc. Hartford, CT. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. The Colt Single Action Army, adopted by the military in 1873, is without doubt one of the most iconic firearms in U.S. history. Government Model .45 ACP (Commercial) Super Match .38 ACP Click the sign-in button at the top right of the forums page to get connected. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless .380 ACP For most serious collectors of Colt Single Action Army Revolvers, their interest stops in 1941 with the end of the first generation. Thanks. on 2nd Generation SAAs were polished bright on the sides. 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. 2023 GunBroker.com, LLC. 413K. Examples: Monday, today, last week, Mar 26, 3/26/04. 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. 1847 1 1848 2000 1849 8000 1850 12000 - 14000 . New Police Second Generation Colt Single Action Army revolvers were produced from 1956-1974 and carried serial numbers in the range of 0001SA to 73,205SA. These are 1st Generation .44 WCF (.44-40) Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department, State Agency: As an example, current production Single Action Army revolvers still bear patent dates from 1871, 1872, and 1875. In the case there were several brand new 2nd Generation SAAs in their fancy stagecoach boxes. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Could it be that the quality of the first generation is just better than their younger counterparts? Welcome to the updated GunBroker.com forums. Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, State Agency: Therefore, it was natural that Colts post-war hierarchy felt the fine old Peacemaker was a thing of the past. Colt Single Action Revolvers top. However, the balance was all wrong, and it didnt feel right in my hand, so I traded it. Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, State Agency: Examine the revolvers back-strap for an engraved signature from Samuel Colt. the 3rd Generation the SA became a prefix ranging from SA00001 to SA99999. The best book there is on the subject. Contest void where prohibited by law. 312. I can't speak for everyone, of course - but a buddy bought 4 of them within the last six weeks through Scheel's - all at normal prices - right around $1200 - $1300 - all .45s. I certainly do. My mind was set on one with a 4 barrel and they had one in both .357 Magnum and .45 Colt calibers. I sometimes carry this revolver in the field and would be comfortable hunting thin-skinned game with the Buffalo Bore loador, if need be, using it for defense against animals. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. 1-piece walnut (Bozeman Trail Arms). Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Itd be very hard to believe that these two werent intended to be a pair, though the serial numbers arent consecutive, they were both manufactured in 1989. Last but certainly not least, we have a bit of a culture clash that I just cant look away from. These six illustrate the variety of grip materials on Dukes own SAAs.From top State Agency: Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. March 2011 edited November -1. Replaced cylinder? TIA, "time leaves tombstones or dry bones" SASS #2903. The .45 Colt is my favorite cartridge. Colt M4. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. 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. Contest open to U.S. residents only. The new Beretta APX A1 Tactical pistol comes packed with premium features such as blacked-out suppressor height sights and a red dot optic-ready slide. More loading gates DO NOT match then those that do . Anyone who lived through the decades of the 50s and had a TV must remember the vast assortment of western programs. It may be my favorite Colt. I had the opportunity to talk to someone at Colt about 5 years ago about some forgotten issue. Check the Grade and Type of Gun. OSOKILL; Aug 8, 2013; 64 65 66. None has any caliber markings. Privacy Policy. Service Model Ace .22 LR Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Its time for the leap of faith now folks. When SAA production ended, the machinery was stored in a corner of the Colt plant. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. It has a long list of admirers. It has everything as far as Im concerned, including versatility, history and performance. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (when required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. What is most important, other than caliber, is the Generation. About 400 of the Second Generation Colt Single Actions were factory engraved by Colt's, the factory engravers of the period were Alvin Herbert, Earl Bieu, Dennis Kies, Robert Burt and Leonard Francolini. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. I decided on the latter. It was a used 2nd Generation .45 with a 5 barrel. As said before, however, Colt accommodated custom requests in those days, so, a great number of variations in finish are known to exist. I am looking for a S73XXXA production date. Gun was in a one gun shipment to Bain-Davis in San Gabriel, CA in a one gun shipment. 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. This brings us to the third generation of Colt Single Action Army revolvers. On these, the "SA" marking is moved to the front of the serial number. The last one I bought was in 1999. On mine, the 2nd Gens have the rampant Colt stamped into the back of the cylinder. Colt Serial Rules and Regulations. The 7" length (left) came first in 1873, the 5" (center) in 1875 Find the Year of Manufacture. 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. Since the late 1870s, three different barrel lengths have been standard for the It is important to train in various shooting positions. It is almost entirely covered in finely executed English style floral scroll and gold inlay. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Many other 2nd Generation Peacemakers have come and gone in these past decades, but the two detailed above were instrumental in launching me on my lifes career. Today, after 150 years, the Single Action Army is still . South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks, State Agency: manner in securing the base pin to a spring-loaded transverse latch. It took a while but my eventual remedy was to get a 2nd Generation .45 with 4 barrel as I should have bought in the first place. Detective Special .38 Sticky 1st Generation Colt SAA Serial Numbers 1873-1940. Nevada Department of Wildlife, State Agency: These guns are known as 2nd Generation, and I believe they are the best of the Single Action Army revolvers, an opinion that is shared by many. The wood was inlet so the revolvers grip frame could set into it. In the late 1950s one of those popular western TV shows was named Wyatt Earp. The best book there is on the subject.. Model 1910 .45 ACP Also wonder how many SAA they are making up these days estimates b the month month or year? Copyright 2019 sassnet.com No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Holster or Texas Paterson No.5. From left: .45 Colt, .44 WCF (.44-40), Earlier 3rd Gen have the rampant Colt. I'd say if the number on your cylinder matches the last three digits of the serial number, it is original to the gun. I regretted it for many years. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM DIY 2022, P.O. Due to the popularity of the television show, The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp , Colt introduced the aforementioned Buntline Special as a Second generation offering from 1957 to 1974. Model 1907 .45 ACP U.S. Contract (Of course, he later developed the .44 Magnum and left the old .45 behind.). Left: Colt SAAs are perhaps the easiest of all revolvers to fit with custom grips. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. main frame and grip frame, a 1st Generation barrel and a 3rd Generation .44 WCF/.44-40 cylinder. (I) Giveaway ends April 30, 2023. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Conversely, fully-blued SAAs were made too. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Colt Long Guns top. Contest open to U.S. residents only. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. To keep 1st and 2nd Generation SAAs sorted, Colt put an SA suffix at the end of the serial number. Scott Rupp and Richard Nance correct some common shooting advice. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. In fact Colt merely pulled the tooling from storage to begin production. Also in 1993, Colt reintroduced the .38-40 simply marked as such, but later on some got the original .38 WCF stamp Ive had both. It is . I asked him why some were marked with partial serial numbers and some were not. Search for Colt Automatic Pistol or Revolver Model I honestly cant believe weve made it this far and these are our first example of gold inlay, yet here we are. Heres one interesting tidbit: SAA frames, when nickel-plated, have never been hardened. 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. In fact I cant remember ever seeing either a good-guy or bad-guy with anything but a Peacemaker. 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. 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. Third Generation Colt Single Action Army Serial Numbers, Re: Third Generation Colt Single Action Army Serial Numbers, Quote from: St. George on October 06, 2012, 08:32:29 AM, Quote from: yahoody on July 03, 2014, 01:48:39 AM. Serial numbers of the SAA started with #1 and by 1940, when production ceased for the first time, ended at . The email listed 17 single-actions being produced that day. Eventually, the latter marking did appear again. This revolver is one of those that could easily be passed down for generations and would just never go out of style. Four calibers were made in this first run of Colt Flat-Top Target sixguns. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Yes, there will always be those collectors that are only interested in engraving if it was done at the factory. Made in 1961 .357 Magnum with 7 " barrel. (II) Limit one entry per household. This was the 2nd Generation SAA production. Berdan (Russian) Model Rifle Berdan (U.S.) Model Rifle Burgess Lever Action Rifle Colt - Sauer Drilling Alaska Department of Fish & Game, State Agency: About 400 of the Second Generation Colt Single Actions were factory engraved by Colt's, the factory engravers of the period were Alvin Herbert, Earl Bieu, Dennis Kies, Robert Burt and Leonard Francolini. Did not pull grip. Year. Throughout its long history and all three generations, the two basic Model 1902 Military .38 ACP $2,295.00. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). New Army & New Navy Theyll all be available at our December Premier Auction, and most likely for a fraction of the cost of an embellished First Generation. The Peacemaker was another name used by the old west community. Something about that distinctive style of engraving looks so wrong on such an American icon, yet it just looks so right. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. The hand that rotates the cylinder was redesigned, and the ratchet at the rear of the cylinder was altered to match the new hand. 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. These two revolvers display a very interesting style that is without a doubt masterfully executed. Deployed military should use stateside address. Also, in 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. Early in his career, Keith said if he had to rely on factory ammunition, he would choose the .45 Colt over any other cartridge. All rights reserved. There were virtually no changes in the model from the last ones made circa 1940. .45 or a .357 Magnum, both with 4 " barrels. But truly worth the wait! Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, State Agency: 1-199. Copyright 1996 - 2023 by Coltautos.com. and the 4" (right) was made a standard option in 1879. Their .22 TCM, a shortened .223 round Smith & Wesson single-action sixguns were a vital part of our frontier history. ------------------------------ Revolvers ----------------------------- Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless .32 ACP The loading gate number did not match. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. case-hardened frame (and sometimes hammer), with the rest of the metal parts blued. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, State Agency: This one really is the British Invasion Colt Single Action Army style. Many years ago, while working as a security guard in college, I did lonely patrols in locales ranging from pulpwood plants to modern foundries. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. During the early 20th century, to improve upon the rare pre-war Colt Flattop Target Model P, the late Elmer Keith spent a lot of time and money tricking out Single Action Army (SAA) revolvers with . They werent considering the new phenomenon of television. Anyplace that is foolish enough to let me shoot. Mfg. Now he owns both. Has production slowed to a crawl? Generation ones, there is still the possibility of parts interchangeability. What is most important, other than caliber, is the Generation. Bankers Special .22 & .38 No purchase necessary. According to the Manager of the Custom Shop, Colt is making around 200 SAAs per month. 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 . | However, to finish up Id like to put some comments in about my personal involvement with 2nd Generation Peacemakers. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. 1838 - 1840 1-850 . Condition: 98 percent (NRA Modern-Excellent) Serial No: 216XXSA. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Year /Serial Number. Instead, later in 1956 .38 Special became a standard Peacemaker caliber. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. To me, the Colt SAA is a working gun, and though expensive, it is to be expected that it works well. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. 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