The Pietta 1873 Great Western II “Californian” is a single-action revolver chambered in .45 Long Colt with a 5.5-inch barrel and walnut grips. Built with hammer-forged steel components and modern CNC machining, it pairs traditional styling with contemporary manufacturing methods. The design includes a floating firing pin in the hammer and sights sized for practical target acquisition.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .45 Long Colt.
- Barrel length is 5.5 inches.
- Capacity is 6 rounds.
- Action is Single Action.
- Grips are walnut (wood).
- Barrel finish is blued.
- Cylinder finish is blued.
- Sights are fixed with a blade front.
- Overall length is 14.6 inches.
- Hammer style is exposed.
The Great Western II “Californian” offers a period-correct single-action platform with straightforward controls and classic lines, finished with walnut grips for an authentic look and feel. Its combination of traditional ergonomics and modern manufacturing makes it suitable for collectors and shooters who appreciate historically inspired revolvers built to contemporary tolerances.
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