The Colt Model of 1873 Single Action Army | Gun History | MidwayUSA
Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA and a firearms historian, provides an expert guide to the Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army. He details its historical significance, external components, and barrel length variations. The guide includes a practical demonstration of field stripping the cylinder for cleaning and emphasizes crucial safety practices, such as loading only five rounds and resting the hammer on an empty chamber, a technique vital for safe handling of this iconic revolver.











