F.lli Pietta Great Western II Californian 9mm Luger, 4.75 In., Single-Action Revolver, Blued/Color Case-Hardened, 6-Shot (EMF Import, 2023 Proof)
This EMF-imported F.lli Pietta Great Western II "Californian" is a six-shot, single-action revolver chambered in 9mm Luger with a 4.75-inch barrel. It features a color case-hardened frame paired with a blued steel barrel and cylinder, smooth wood grips, and fixed sights. Italian CIP proofs and a boxed "23" year code indicate 2023 proofing, with clear maker and importer markings.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The cylinder lock/spring needs replacement; the cylinder can rotate forward and backward at rest, but it locks up properly when the hammer is cocked. The exterior is free of large blemishes, and the bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- F.lli Pietta factory cardboard box with EMF GWII "Californian" 9mm label
The revolver is marked "Great Western II" and identified as the "Californian" variant, combining classic single-action configuration with 9mm Luger chambering. The barrel is marked "9 Luger," and the six-shot fluted cylinder is steel and blued to match the barrel.
Construction is traditional and durable: a steel barrel and cylinder with a color case-hardened frame, smooth plow-handle wood grips, and fixed sights consisting of a tall front blade and a topstrap groove rear. These elements provide the familiar Great Western II profile and handling.
Proof and import markings include "F.lli Pietta – Made in Italy," EMF S.A. Co., CA, and CIP stamps. The boxed "23" Italian proof year code indicates 2023. A two-line patent legend referencing 1871 and 1872 appears on the revolver, aligning with the model’s historical pattern.
This is a reproduction revolver manufactured by F.lli Pietta in Italy and imported by EMF. It follows the Great Western II series format with a 4.75-inch barrel, six-shot fluted cylinder, and single-action-only mechanism.