Description
Some revolvers define an era—and this one does it with quiet confidence and unmistakable class.
This Colt Single Action Army revolver, chambered in .45 Colt, is a masterwork of American craftsmanship and one of the most refined examples of Colt’s enduring legacy. Featuring a 7½-inch barrel and a six-shot fluted cylinder, it delivers the perfect blend of form, function, and historical prestige that collectors have come to expect from the SAA line.
What sets this revolver apart isn’t just its performance—it’s the artistry. The gun features Class C standard American-style scroll engraving, executed with impeccable precision. Each curve and flourish captures the old-world elegance of Colt’s custom shop era. The rich deep blue and case-colored finish provides a dramatic contrast, highlighting the engraved surfaces while exuding a warmth and depth only Colt’s master artisans could achieve.
The two-piece ivory grips, each inlaid with a gold Rampant Colt medallion, elevate the revolver’s presentation to a level reserved for the finest examples of the breed. According to the Colt factory letter, this revolver was factory-engraved and shipped on March 27, 1978, to Munson Sporting Goods Company in Costa Mesa, California, as part of a special two-gun order. That documentation not only verifies its authenticity but also cements its place in Colt’s storied production history.
Condition-wise, this revolver remains in exceptional, near-excellent shape, retaining 99% of its original blue and case-colored finish. A few faint tarnish spots appear on the polished sides of the hammer—subtle reminders of age that only add to its character. The bore and grips remain crisp and clean, testifying to the care and preservation this piece has enjoyed over the decades.
Presented in its handsome wooden display case, lined in plush red velour and accompanied by its matching case key, this revolver isn’t just collectible—it’s museum-worthy. The 1978 Colt SAA .45 Colt represents the perfect intersection of artistry, authenticity, and condition—an heirloom-quality firearm destined to hold its place among the most distinguished collections.
