F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army .44 Cal Brass-Frame Cap-and-Ball Revolver, 8 Inch Octagonal Barrel
This F.lli Pietta 1858 New Model Army is a .44 caliber cap-and-ball reproduction of the Remington solid-topstrap revolver, configured with a brass frame and an 8 inch steel octagonal barrel. It features an unfluted six-shot cylinder, fixed sights, and Italian proof marks. The bore is excellent, and the revolver presents in good overall condition.
The steel barrel and cylinder wear a blued finish that contrasts with the polished brass frame and receiver. Smooth hardwood grips with brass escutcheons complete the classic profile. This example includes proof and date codes from the Gardone/Brescia proof house, underscoring its Italian manufacture.
Functionally, it uses cap-and-ball ignition with percussion nipples and an under-barrel hinged loading lever and plunger for seating charges. The single-action lockwork and external hammer with a checkered spur reflect the traditional handling characteristics of the 1858 pattern.
Fixed sights consist of a front blade and a rear notch cut into the topstrap. The solid topstrap frame adds rigidity to the design, and the unfluted cylinder maintains the recognizable 1858 silhouette.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: The metal shows markings and light spots of beginning surface rust from previous handling and use.
What’s Included
- F.lli Pietta instruction and safety manual for black powder muzzleloading revolvers
The brass frame variant provides a distinctive look paired with traditional components. Its 8 inch octagonal barrel, blued steel cylinder, and fixed sights keep the revolver true to the historic specification. The bright, clean bore supports confidence in its shootability within black powder use.
Notable build details include the solid topstrap frame, unfluted six-shot cylinder, and the hinged loading lever with plunger, all faithful to the Remington 1858 pattern. The checkered hammer spur and smooth hardwood grips offer a period-correct feel in the hand.
Italian proof marks, including the boxed two-character date cartouche, PN black-powder proof, and Gardone/Brescia proof-house stamps, confirm proofing and origin. As a Pietta reproduction, it reflects current manufacturing while maintaining the classic lines and operation of the original design.