Pietta 1873 Single Action Revolver .45 Colt 4.75" Barrel 6 Round Capacity Walnut 2-Piece Grips Color Case Finish
Type: Revolver: Single Action
Model Series: 1873
Caliber/Gauge: 45 COLT
Capacity: 6
Barrel Length: 4.75 in.
Minimum/Overall Length: 10.5 in.
Frame Finish: Color Case Hardened
Front Sight: Fixed Blade
Rear Sight: Fixed
Grips: Walnut 2-Piece
Features: Made by Pietta, Italy,Four Position Hammer,Fluted Cylinder
Finish: Black, Color Case
Firing System: External Hammer
Frame Material: Steel
Trigger Pull Average: 4.5
Barrel Configuration: Single
Barrel Twist: 1-16
Rifled Barrel: Yes
Caliber Dictionary
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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
