F.lli Pietta Model 1860 Army .44 Cap-and-Ball Revolver, 8 Inch Barrel, 2000 Italian Reproduction
This F.lli Pietta Model 1860 Army is a .44 caliber cap-and-ball percussion revolver made in Italy in 2000. It follows the open-top Colt-pattern design with an 8-inch round barrel, steel frame and backstrap, and a brass trigger guard. Notable features include a naval battle roll-engraved six-shot cylinder, matching serial numbers, Italian proof marks, and clear maker and caliber markings. It comes with a wooden presentation case, an embossed powder flask, and an L-shaped nipple wrench.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver has various cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss. The metal and wood surfaces present as a solid, serviceable example.
What's Included
- Wooden presentation/display case
- Embossed powder flask with brass spout
- L-shaped nipple wrench
This reproduction 1860 Army retains the classic lines and mechanisms of the original Colt-pattern revolver. It features an open-top frame, a wedge-retained barrel assembly, and a pivoting loading lever with a barrel-tip latch and rammer. The 8-inch round barrel integrates an under-barrel web for the loading lever, keeping the profile true to period form.
The six-shot steel cylinder is roll-engraved with a naval battle scene and includes a PATENT No panel. Cylinder safety pins between chambers are present, offering a traditional safe-carry provision consistent with the pattern. Sighting is by a brass front blade and a rear notch in the hammer.
Construction is all-steel for the barrel, frame, cylinder, and backstrap, paired with a brass trigger guard and one-piece wood grips. Action is single-action, and capacity is 6 rounds of .44 caliber black powder. Markings include the FAP logo, 'F.LLI PIETTA - MADE IN ITALY,' and 'BLACK POWDER ONLY 44 Cal.'
Italian proof marks, including PN, are present, confirming proof and origin. Matching serial numbers are noted on major components, consistent with factory assembly. The revolver is a modern reproduction manufactured by F.lli Pietta in 2000.