Uberti 1873 Cattleman New Model .45 Colt Revolver – 5.5" Matte Blued, 2005 Italian Proof
This 2005-dated Uberti 1873 Cattleman New Model pairs classic Single Action Army lines with a less-common matte blued frame and cylinder. Built in Italy and imported by Stoeger, it features a 5.5-inch carbon-steel barrel and a one-piece checkered walnut grip that offers secure purchase without straying from the original profile. A spring-loaded base-pin latch marks it as the New Model, adding practical convenience to an otherwise faithful reproduction.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver displays only minimal handling marks, and the bore remains bright throughout.
What’s Included
- Factory Uberti cardboard box with matching label
- Uberti S.p.A. instruction manual
Uberti’s New Model upgrade adds a spring-loaded base-pin latch, allowing quicker cylinder removal while preserving the revolver’s traditional appearance.
The matte blued frame is less common than Uberti’s standard color-case-hardened treatment, giving this example a uniform, low-glare finish from barrel to grip frame.
Italian proof code “BZ” confirms 2005 production, and the Stoeger Accokeek MD import mark ties the gun to Benelli/Beretta’s established U.S. distribution network.
The 5.5-inch carbon-steel barrel balances well for controlled pointability, while fixed blade-and-groove sights stay true to the 1873 pattern.
A one-piece checkered walnut grip delivers improved traction over smooth panels, yet maintains the classic Single Action Army silhouette prized by shooters and collectors alike.