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Category - Remington Revolvers - Antique - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge

Category
Remington Revolvers - Antique
Antique Revolvers - Cartridge

c1880 REMINGTON Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 WCF Antique Blued & Case Colored Finish

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c1880 REMINGTON Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 WCF Antique 

Blued & Case Colored Finish

Here we present an antique Scarce Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver, also known as the “Improved Army” or the “Frontier Army”, made in Ilion, New York circa 1880. The Model 1875 followed the form of the successful Model 1858 which saw widespread use and acceptance during the American Civil War. It kept the 1858’s use of a top-strap frame which led to increased structural strength when compared to the competing open frame Colts from that period. The 1875 was specifically developed around the use of metallic cartridge ammunition. It was supposed to be Remington’s answer to the hugely popular Colt .45 SAA, better known as the “Peacemaker” and represented Remington’s first dive into the metallic cartridge revolver market. Ordinary citizens and Old West lawmen alike recognized the sturdy quality of the new Remington revolvers. This would have been a great companion to a man’s Winchester chambered in the same caliber.

The Model 1875 was actually pretty late to the game by some two full years as the Colt Peacemaker had already found favor with the U.S. Government through Army bound contracts. Because of this, production totals reached only around 25,000 to 30,000 revolvers with a manufacturing period ranging from 1875 into 1889. They were manufactured in three different chamberings, which were .44 Remington Centerfire, .44-40 WCF, and .45 Colt. These were not optional, rather, the caliber of production models was determined by their date of manufacture. Frank and Jesse James both owned and used Model 1875s, at least two of which still exist. Frank’s No. 5116 and Jesse’s No. 559.

The overall condition is fine. Original blue finish and case colors. The action is excellent. The bore is in good condition with strong rifling. The grips are in nice shape and solid. The bottom of the left grip is marked “44” for .44-40. Also, two “kill” notches on the back of the left grip panel. Serial numbers match. A very nice Remington Model 1875!

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 7-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .44-40 Winchester Center Fire

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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Antique: Yes