In 1871, Colt employee Charles Richards was awarded a patent for converting Colt percussion models to breech loading cartridge revolvers. The Richards cartridge conversion was an instant success. On July 2, 1872, William Mason, another Colt employee, was awarded a patent for an improvement to the Richards model. As percussion parts ran short, the 1860 Richards-Mason barrel was changed from the profile of the earlier percussion model, to the sleek profile found on the 1871-72 Open Top.
Conversion models remained popular with cowboys (many originals have imprints of fence staples on the butt) even after the introduction of the 1873 Colt®. This was due to the low cost of conversion models.
- Caliber: .45 COLT
- Barrel Length: 5.5 inches
- Style: Cartridge Conversion
- Frame: Case Hardened
- Finish: Standard Blue
- Grip: 1 Piece Walnut
- Weight: 2.55 lbs
Specification | Value | |
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Caliber | 45 ACP | |
Condition | New | |
MFG NO | CA9032 | |
SKU | 11132924 | |
UPC | 844234102082 |
Cimarron | ||
Phone: | (830)997-9090 | |
Email: | ||
Website: | http://www.cimarron-firearms.com | |
Address: |
105 Winding Oak Road Fredericksburg, TX 78624 |
Quantity Available | Price |
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19 | $593.09 |