1959 Colt Frontier Scout F-Series .22 LR Revolver – 4.75" Alloy-Frame Six-Shooter
Produced in 1959, this early F-Series Colt Frontier Scout is a lightweight, 4.75"-barreled rimfire revolver modeled after the famed Single Action Army. Its matte black anodized aluminum frame keeps weight around 22–24 oz, while a polished blued carbon-steel barrel and cylinder preserve classic Colt styling. Factory walnut grips with Colt medallions add collector appeal, making this revolver a notable example from the first alloy-frame run.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light handling wear is visible on the frame and cylinder, along with a few small surface scratches. The bore is clear and bright.
What’s Included
- Colt Frontier Scout F-Series revolver with factory walnut medallion grips
- Aftermarket one-piece bone/stag-style grip panel (loose)
- Paperwork
This F-Series Scout represents Colt’s first large-scale use of an aluminum alloy frame, delivering a full-size single-action feel in a lighter package. The combination of matte black frame and polished blued steel parts highlights the two-tone finish unique to the early production years.
Chambered in affordable .22 LR, the six-shot cylinder makes the revolver economical for range sessions while retaining the traditional loading gate and half-cock operation enthusiasts expect from Colt single actions.
Serial number 51322 F places this revolver squarely within the initial F-Series production window of 1959, a period prized by collectors for its lower production numbers compared to later runs.
The optional factory walnut grips with inlaid Colt medallions were less common than the standard black plastic panels, adding an extra touch of originality and value to this example.