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Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army – Serial SA20188SS

This 2001 Colt Single Action Army SASS Edition blends classic Western style with modern craftsmanship, featuring 75% floral scroll engraving and over 99% of its original nickel finish. Marked with the special “SASS” serial prefix and engraved with “Dr. John Bass,” this revolver is a beautifully preserved collector’s piece with matching serials and its original Colt blue box.

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There’s something timeless about the Colt Single Action Army, and this 2001 SASS Edition captures that spirit perfectly, blending Old West charm with the crisp lines of modern craftsmanship. Dressed in its original Colt blue box and still holding onto over 99% of its nickel finish, this revolver hasn’t just been preserved—it’s been pampered.

Now, let’s talk about what makes this one special. For starters, it features about 75% floral scroll engraving, carved delicately into a punch-dot background. It’s the kind of detail you don’t just notice—you admire. It’s not flashy for the sake of it; it’s a nod to the care and pride Colt puts into their limited pieces.

Stamped with a “SASS” serial prefix, this revolver was made for those who appreciate the art of single-action shooting—and for those who know, that’s shorthand for the Single Action Shooting Society. A tribute? A showpiece? Maybe a bit of both. And then there’s the name “Dr. John Bass” engraved on the backstrap. Is it the alias of a cowboy-action competitor or a subtle homage to a forgotten figure of frontier lore? Hard to say—but that mystery just adds character.

The serial numbers all match—the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and even the partial “188” on the front of the cylinder, which adds credibility to its collectibility. There’s a faint turn line on the cylinder, sure, but it’s the kind you’d expect on a revolver that’s been handled with respect, not wear. Mechanically? It’s smooth as ever—functions exactly how you want a Colt to function: reliably, confidently, like it was made yesterday.

And here’s a bonus: the description notes a matching companion piece with serial number 20188SASS. Whether you already own it or plan to chase it down, it’s a tempting breadcrumb for any serious Colt collector.

In short? This isn’t just a revolver—it’s a story, a tribute, and a near-pristine piece of Colt history. Whether you’re adding it to a case or taking it to the range (carefully, of course), it’s the kind of firearm that makes you stop and take a second look.

Revolvers

Brand Colt
Model 3rd Gen Single Action Army
Action Single-Action
Caliber .45 Colt
Capacity 6 Rounds
Finish Nickel & Engraved

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