F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army .44 Percussion Revolver, 8-inch Octagonal Barrel, Steel Frame, Italian Proofs (2008)
This F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army is a .44-caliber, six-shot percussion revolver built on the classic Remington-pattern solid top-strap frame. It features an 8-inch octagonal steel barrel, all-steel frame and cylinder, brass trigger guard with steel backstrap, and smooth walnut grips. Italian proof marks and the "CC" date code confirm a 2008 proof year, with clean factory markings throughout. Overall condition is very good, and the bore is excellent with sharp rifling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This firearm displays only light signs of wear and handling. Minor surface scratches mark the metal in a few spots. It remains clean overall.
What’s Included
- Hard case
Built by F.lli Pietta in Italy, this reproduction follows the proven Remington 1858 New Model Army pattern with a solid top-strap frame. It is chambered in .44, uses an unfluted six-chamber percussion cylinder, and operates in single-action only.
The revolver is configured with an 8-inch octagonal steel barrel and an under-barrel loading lever with a positive front latch. Fixed sights include a front blade and an integral top-strap rear notch for a period-correct sight picture.
Construction is robust with a steel barrel, frame, and cylinder. Furniture details include a brass trigger guard paired with a steel backstrap, and smooth two-piece walnut grips that fit the revolver’s traditional profile.
Markings include Italian proof marks, the Italian date code "CC" (corresponding to 2008), "F.LLI PIETTA – MADE IN ITALY," and the FAP triangular logo. These factory markings and proofs provide clear confirmation of origin and production era.