SUPER RARE Custom Shop Colt Single Action

Published on April 6, 2024
Duration: 5:48

This video showcases a rare 150th Anniversary Custom Shop Colt Single Action Army revolver. Key features include Turnbull color case hardening, B+ level hand-chased engraving laid out by laser, a .45 Long Colt caliber with a 7.5-inch barrel, and a black powder frame with a bullseye ejector. The grips are custom two-piece walnut.

Quick Summary

This Colt Single Action Army is a rare 150th Anniversary Custom Shop edition, limited to 151 units. It boasts Turnbull color case hardening, B+ level hand-chased engraving, a .45 Long Colt caliber with a 7.5-inch barrel, and a historical black powder frame with a bullseye ejector.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Messy Desk Guns
  2. 00:11150th Anniversary Custom Shop Colt SAA
  3. 00:32Fire Blued & Acid Etched Finish
  4. 00:42Turnbull Color Case Hardening
  5. 00:48Engraving Details: Laser Layout & Hand Chase
  6. 01:33Engraving Levels: A, B, C, D
  7. 01:45This Revolver's Engraving: B+
  8. 01:51Limited Production: 1 of 151
  9. 01:53Serial Number 124
  10. 01:56Caliber and Barrel Length: .45 Long Colt, 7.5"
  11. 02:04Bullseye Ejector Explained
  12. 02:43Custom Walnut Grips
  13. 02:58Black Powder Frame Design
  14. 03:20Black Powder Frame Screw Detail
  15. 04:13Qualified Screws Explained
  16. 04:40Qualified Screw Alignment
  17. 05:03Upcoming Tier 2 Gun
  18. 05:15Consecutively Serial Numbered Pair
  19. 05:25Contact Information for Inquiries
  20. 05:38Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Colt Single Action Army revolver rare and special?

This Colt SAA is rare as it's one of only 151 produced for the 150th Anniversary Custom Shop edition. It features premium finishes like Turnbull color case hardening, fire blued acid-etched markings, and B+ level hand-chased engraving, making it a highly collectible firearm.

What are the key specifications of this 150th Anniversary Colt SAA?

This limited edition Colt Single Action Army is chambered in .45 Long Colt, features a 7.5-inch barrel, and has a black powder frame design. It also includes a distinctive bullseye ejector and custom two-piece walnut grips.

Can you explain the engraving levels on Colt Custom Shop firearms?

Colt Custom Shop engraving is typically categorized from A to D, with A being minimal coverage and D being full coverage. This particular 150th Anniversary model features a 'B+' level of engraving, indicating substantial but not complete coverage.

What is a 'bullseye ejector' on a Colt Single Action Army?

A bullseye ejector is an older design feature found on some Colt Single Action Army revolvers, characterized by a circular or 'bullseye' shape. It differs from the more commonly seen crescent-shaped ejector rod head on later models.

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