Colt Single Action Army First Generation .38-40 WCF, 4.75 in Barrel, 1920 Production, Blued/Color Case-Hardened
This First Generation Colt Single Action Army was manufactured in 1920 and chambered in .38-40 Win, with the barrel correctly marked "38 W.C.F." It carries matching visible serial numbers on the frame and butt, classic fixed sights, and the desirable 4.75 inch barrel length. Traditional blued and color case-hardened finishes, checkered black hard rubber Colt grips, and period-correct patent and Rampant Colt markings make this revolver a notable example for enthusiasts and collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
What’s Included
- Colt-branded zippered soft pistol rug (blue with leather accents)
This revolver is a First Generation Single Action Army built in the United States in 1920, chambered in .38-40 Win with a 4.75 inch barrel and a six-shot fluted cylinder. It uses a single-action mechanism and features an ejector-rod housing with a crescent-style button.
Markings include the barrel legend "38 W.C.F." and the three-line 1871/72/75 patent legend with the Rampant Colt logo on the frame. It has matching visible serial numbers on the frame and butt, and the loading gate shows assembly number 018.
The forged steel frame is color case-hardened, as is the hammer. The barrel, ejector housing, and cylinder are blued, presenting the classic Colt finish combination associated with this era.
Fixed sights consist of a blade front and a notch in the topstrap for the rear. The revolver wears checkered black hard rubber grips with molded oval Rampant Colt panels, completing the period-correct configuration.