Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver (1)

Loaned Courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of American History. Smithsonian accession # A46255: C236297

The Colt Single Action Army Revolver was manufactured from 1872 through 1940. This initial production has become known as "First Generation" since production was resumed in the period 1956-1976 (Second Generation) and 1976-present (Third Generation).