Pietta 1858 Remington New Model Army .44 Caliber Percussion Revolver – Italian-Made Reproduction with Two Cylinders
This F.lli Pietta 1858 Remington New Model Army is a modern, Italian-made reproduction of the iconic Civil War-era revolver. Built on a solid top-strap frame with an 8-inch octagonal barrel, it retains the classic lines of the original while carrying Gardone proof marks that verify contemporary manufacturing standards. Two factory-proofed cylinders add practical value for shooters who like to keep a second cylinder ready to swap.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: One cylinder is missing one of its nipples, and the spare cylinder is currently without nipples. The revolver shows a few small, superficial scratches and blemishes consistent with careful handling.
What’s Included
- Pietta foam-lined plastic pistol case
- Two factory Pietta .44-cal percussion cylinders
F.lli Pietta machines the frame, barrel, and cylinder from blued steel, giving this revolver the durability and authentic appearance collectors expect. The blued finish is even and well-executed, contrasting with the brass trigger guard for a period-correct look.
The 8-inch octagonal barrel delivers a long sight radius and balances well in the hand, while the fixed blade front sight and frame notch rear sight match the original military pattern.
A one-piece walnut grip fills the hand comfortably and completes the historically accurate profile. The external hammer and single-action lockwork are crisp, providing the familiar handling characteristics of the 1858 design.
Modern CIP “PN” proofs from the Gardone proof house confirm that this revolver meets current safety standards for black-powder shooting, offering peace of mind to shooters and reenactors who plan to fire it.