F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army .44 Cal Cap-and-Ball Revolver, 8-inch Octagonal Barrel, Blued, Italian-Made
This F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army is a .44 caliber cap-and-ball revolver with an 8-inch octagonal steel barrel and a blued finish. It is an Italian-made reproduction marked "F.LLI PIETTA – MADE IN ITALY" with the FAP logo and Italian proof marks, including "PN" and date code "BD." The barrel is stamped "BLACK POWDER ONLY .44 CAL."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scratches and blemishes present. There is rust and pitting inside the top strap. The action is smooth, and the lockup is very tight.
What's Included
- Cabela's black-powder pistol factory box (1858 New Model Army)
- Cabela's instruction manual for muzzleloading rifles, pistols and shotguns
The revolver follows the classic 1858 New Model Army pattern with a robust steel frame and an 8-inch octagonal barrel. The loading lever and plunger assembly are mounted under the barrel for convenient charging of the cylinder.
It features a blued steel barrel, frame, and cylinder, paired with a brass trigger guard/frontstrap for a traditional look. The two-piece walnut grips include a brass escutcheon, complementing the period-correct styling.
Sighting is straightforward and durable, with a fixed front blade and a rear notch in the topstrap. Cylinder safety notches are present, consistent with the original pattern.
Manufacturer markings and proofs are clear, including "F.LLI PIETTA – MADE IN ITALY," the FAP logo, Italian proof marks with "PN," and date code "BD." The barrel is clearly roll-marked "BLACK POWDER ONLY .44 CAL."
This is a single-action percussion reproduction built for .44 caliber cap-and-ball use with a 6-round cylinder, offering the classic handling and operation associated with the 1858 design.