E.M.F. Alchimista II Revolver 45 LC 5.5" Barrel 6 Rounds Case Hardened Frame Walnut Grips Blued Pietta of Italy produces the Great Western II Alchimista I for SASS Hall of Fame company E.M.F. This six-shooter is a traditional 1873, paired with an 1860 Army grip frame. The grip is longer and slimmer than a standard 1873, and just sits better in the hand, as well as points more naturally. The single action revolver has a competition trigger that is wider and set back, allowing more room in the trigger guard. The Alchimista II adds a lower, wider hammer. Cowboy action shooters will immediately recognize the Alchimista as a serious competitor.
Specifications and Features
E.M.F. Hf45alc512nmcw
.45 Long Colt
Single action only revolver
5.5" barrel
6 rounds capacity
1873 reproduction with 1860 Army grip frame
Color case hardened frame
Brass back strap
Checkered walnut grips
Wide, set back trigger
Lower, wider hammer
Fixed sights
Blued
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 45 Colt (45 Long Colt) was introduced in 1873 in Colt's Single Action Army. Adopted by the U.S. military in 1875, it served until 1892 when it was replaced by the less powerful (and unsatisfactory) 38 Long Colt. Originally loaded with 40 grains of blackpowder and a 255-grain bullet the 45 Colt produced about 900 feet per second for more than 400 foot-pounds of energy, a powerful handgun cartridge for its day--and any day. Using a .454-inch bullet, today's standard load retains the 255-grain bullet at 860 fps. Lighter bullets at somewhat higher velocities are available. 45 Colt was the most common chambering in Colt's single action. Today it is chambered in virtually all centerfire single-action revolvers and has been chambered in numerous large-frame double-action revolvers. 45 Colt is the most popular revolver cartridge in cowboy action shooting, and remains a powerful and effective personal defense cartridge, its only drawback being the necessity for a large revolver to house it. — Craig Boddington
