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The First Colt Single-Action Army (SAA) Revolver

This is the first SAA made by Colt. For many years it was thought to be lost, but was located during the early 1900s in a barn in Nashua, NH.

1873 1 American Cowboy Chronicles

20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry

The initial use of this "pinched frame" civilian model SAA is unknown. During the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) it was used by the 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry. The barrel remained at 7 1/2 inches.

1873 119 Kopec Letter

NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It was inspected by Orville W. Ainsworth, the first Principal Sub-Inspector assigned to Colt by the War Department.


Ringo, Johnny This Peacemaker revolver was owned by Johnny Ringo. He was an Old West gunman affiliated with the Cowboy faction in Tombstone, Arizona Territory.

1874 222 "The Peacemakers" by R.L. Wilson


This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry

1874 232 Springfield Research Service.

Rare Civilian Colt SAA in .44 Rimfire

This gun is described & pictured in reference book. Most SAA of this caliber were shipped to South America.

1874 235 "A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore.


1874 251 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn

8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 8th US Cavalry. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.

1874 266 "Serial Numbers of US Martial Arms," Volunteer 1, 1983, by the Springfield Research Service

This list contains information about 1st Generation Colt Single Action Revolvers carried by notable cowboys, lawmen, outlaws, movie stars, military units, and others. I extracted this data from reference books, magazine articles, Colt factory letters, authentication letters, museum displays, the Springfield Research Service database, and other resources. Rusty Edwards

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by G. R. Tucker, a Texan involved in the conflict.

1874 293 Cochran & "Major Wolcott's List - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.

Movie Prop Gun This SAA was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando; and "How the West Was Won," starring Jimmy Stewart.

1874 309 Invoice from Stembridge Gun Rentals of Hollywood.



6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry in 1875. As of 08/02/1875 it was reported stolen.

1874 352 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & the Springfield Research Service.

McCarty, Henry, aka "William Bonney" & "Billy the Kid"

This Peacemaker revolver was owned by "Billy the Kid." He was an Old West gunfighter who participated in New Mexico's Lincoln County War. He is known to have killed eight men.

1874 361 Guns & Ammo Magazine's "Guide to Guns of the Gunfighters" published by Peterson

1st US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 1st US Cavalry.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. C, 8th US Cavalry. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry in 1876. As of 01/21/1876 it was reported lost.

1874 425 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & the Springfield Research Service.

8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry in 1876. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. As of 06/19/1876 it was reported stolen.

1874 439 "Serial Numbers of US Martial Arms," Volunteer 1, 1983, by the Springfield Research Service.







Philippine Insurrection This Cavalry revolver was converted to the "Artillery" configuration and used during the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902)

1874 638 "US Cavalry Colts, An Alternate Theory of Use" by Stephen J. Perry, Man At Arms Magazine, Nov/Dec 1992.

8th US Cavalry & 2nd US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry in 1889. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. As of 10/22/1900 it was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery.


5th US Artillery The original owner of this Cavalry revolver is unknown. Colt shipped it as an Artillery model to Battery D, 5th US Artillery at Fort Sheridan, IL, on 2/20/1901.




Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Omaha, Nebraska.

The following inscription in block letters is found on the bottom of the butt of this .44 cal revolver: "DOUGLAS Co., S.O." This is believed to refer to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office in Omaha, NE.

1874 694 James Julia Auction House

Police Dept. Cebu City, Philippines

This Cavalry revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines.

1874 724 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran



Earp, Virgil This Colt SAA revolver reportedly belonged to Virgil Earp. The back strap is engraved "Virgil Earp, Marshal, Tombstone, Arizona T. ("T" stands for territory). The butt is inscribed "1881."

1874 808 This gun is on display at the Ralph Foster Museum, on the campus of the College of the Ozarks in Branson, Missouri.



5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop M, 5th US Cavalry in 1876. As of 01/14/1875 it was reported lost.

1874 882 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & the Springfield Research service.

10th US Cavalry Records show this Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 10th US Cavalry, a black unit that Indians referred to as "Buffalo Soldiers." This unit was stationed at Fort Griffin, TX.


Jackson, Frank This Peacemaker revolver belong to Frank Jackson, who was an outlaw that belonged to the infamous Sam Bass Gang.

1874 934 Pinterest.com



2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/22/1900.


3rd Field Artillery This Cavalry model revolver was used for ammo testing by the 3rd Field Artillery as of 03/09/1903.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.


1876 Centennial Exhibition This exceptional Colt SAA was displayed at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia by the Colt Firearms Company.

1874 1086 This gun's serial number is on a H.D. Folson Co. ledger listing the guns displayed at the Colt Firearms display at the 1876 Centenial Exhibition.

1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.


1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This SAA was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry.

1874 1126 "Colt: Single Action Army Revolvers, US Alterations" by C. Kenneth Moore

10th US Cavalry This SAA was unit marked as having belonged to Co. F, 10th US Cavalry.


8th & 10th US Cavalry Archival records show this Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry in 1876. At one time, it had also been assigned to Co. F, 10th US Cavalry ("Buffalo Soldiers"). As of 06/19/1876 it was reported stolen.

1874 1144 Kopec Letter & Springfield Reserch Service.

10th US Cavalry Records show this Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 10th US Cavalry, a black unit that Indians referred to as "Buffalo Soldiers." This unit was stationed at Fort Concho, TX.

1874 1145 Kopec Letter. This revolver was in the personal collection of John Kopec.

8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 1889. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry in 1875. On 06/12/1875 it was reported lost.


2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery. It was inspected at the Springfield Arsenal.


1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

This Cavalry revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Richard Richards, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1874 1204 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Springfield Research Service.

James, Jesse This Peacemaker model revolver was owned by Jesse James. He was an outlaw, bank and train robber, guerrilla, and leader of the James–Younger Gang.




6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry in 1875. On 06/14/1875 it was reported lost.

1874 1233 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research Service





1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka "Rough Riders"

This Cavalry revolver was subsequently changed to "Artillery" configuration and assigned to Ben F.T. Morris, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders," during the Spanish American War.

1874 1334 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran, & Springfield Research Service.

Stillwell, Frank C. This Peacemaker revolver was owned by Frank Stillwell. He was an outlaw Cowboy who killed at least two men in Cochise County, Arizona Territory, during 1877–82. Some think he killed Wyatt Earp's brother, Morgan.

1874 1381 "Keeping the Peace" 4/30/16

10th US Cavalry Records show this Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. C, 10th US Cavalry, a black unit that Indians referred to as "Buffalo Soldiers." This unit was stationed at Fort McKavett, TX.

1874 1428 Kopec Letter & Springfield Research Service

2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry in 1898.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry in 1876. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. As of 06/19/1876 it was reported stolen.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. As of 10/26/1892 it was reported stolen.

1874 1457 "Serial Numbers of US Martial Arms," Volunteer 1, 1983, by the Springfield Research Service.

2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry in 1898.




Possibly used during the Battle of the Little Big Horn

This is an early production martially marked SAA that falls in the range of Colt pistols assigned to the 7th US Cavalry before the Battle of the Little Big Horn.

1874 1525 Springfield Arsenal Museum



7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop I, 7th US Cavalry as of 07/12/1888.




6th US Cavalry This Cavalry model revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry. As of 11/12/1875 it was reported lost.





This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to Co. A, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.

1874 1650 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research Service.

8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, the 8th US Cavalry as of 08/05/1889. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars.










4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 4th US Cavalry as of 1888.






3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps during 1898.


Torme, Mel This Nimschke engraved SA revolver in .44 RF was once owned by entertainer & gun collector Mel Torme.




6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry as of 1875.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 08/05/1889. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 1890. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.


5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry as of 08/17/1886.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 08/05/1889. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars.


3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps in 1898.







41st US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. I, 41st US Volunteer Infantry on 10/17/2000.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Captain J.S. Fair, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Eustice E. Van Horn, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1874 2186 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran, & Springfield Research service.


This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Sergeant Raymond Morse, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1874 2202 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran, & Springfied Research Service.



6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. A, 6th US Cavalry as of 1886. It was reported lost on 05/05/1877.










6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry as of 1876. It was reported stolen on 06/14/1876.


Lindley, Louis Burton, Jr., also known by his stage name "Slim Pickens."

This SAA was owned by "Slim Pickens." He was a well known film and television actor who appeared in dozens of westerns. The backstrap bears SN 11253.

1874 2415 Ralph Foster Museum, MO



Single Action likely used during the Indian Wars, Spanish American War, and Philippine Insurrection

Kopec concluded this SAA may have been originally assigned to the 6th or 10th US Cavalry on 12/22/1873. It was returned to the Ordnance Dept. in 1893 and converted to the Artillery configuration. Kopec said it is likely this revolver was used during the Indian Wars, Spanish American War, and Philippine Insurrection.


10th US Cavalry Records show this SAA revolver was assigned to Co. C, 10th US Cavalry, a black unit that Indians referred to as "Buffalo Soldiers." This unit was stationed in Texas in early 1874. This gun was reported stolen 07/04/1877.

1874 2472 Kopec Letter & Springfield Research Service.



Reynolds, Charley This SAA was assigned to Charley Reynolds. He was a scout in the 7th US Cavalry Regiment who was killed at the Battle of the Little Bighorn in the Montana Territory. He was noted as an expert marksman, frontiersman and hunter.

1874 2499 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran

5th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band of the 5th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.






2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/22/1900. It was inspected at Springfield Arsenal.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 1876. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. It was reported stolen on 06/19/1876.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry in 1876. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars. It was reported stolen on 06/19/1876.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Alexander McGowen, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




3rd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. D, 3rd US Cavalry. It was reported lost on 7/1/1875.

1874 2717 Kopec Letter & Springfield Research Service



Foreign Sales This was one of six Cavalry revolvers sent 6/8/1874 by request of Baron Von Oppen to London for testing by the government of Bavaria, Denmark & France.






Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was reassigned to the Post Office Department during Jan 1879. Details about its prior use are unknown. It was turned-in to Springfield Arsenal on 11/11/1890.












4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry in 1874. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.



1874 2918 "US Cavalry Colts, An Alternate Theory of Use" by Stephen J. Perry, Man At Arms Magazine, Nov/Dec 1992, & Springfield Research Service.










This SAA was assigned 6/20/1898 to Jacob H. Miller, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."







3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps in 1898.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop D, 2nd US Cavalry as of 10/02/1882.


3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery model revolver was assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps during 1898.







2nd Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd Artillery as of 10/17/1900.


Indian named "Bull-Eye" This Cavalry revolver was turned-in by "Bull-Eye" on 9/5/1876. This was just 3 months after the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Kopec concluded this revolver likely had a Custer connection.




Movie Prop Gun This Artillery revolver was used by Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during the Philippine Insurrection. Later, it was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando.

1874 3097 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn & an invoice from Stembridge Gun Rentals of Hollywood.

Movie Prop Gun This SAA was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "How the West Was Won," starring Jimmy Stewart.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 3/14/1888. This falls into the same timeframe as the Wounded Knee Massacre.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Henry K. Duke, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."






Movie Prop Gun This Cavalry revolver was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando; and "How the West Was Won," starring Jimmy Stewart.




4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry as of 1874. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.





















1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry

This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. M, 1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry during 1898.




4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry during June or July 1874.


4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry as of 1874.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was recovered by the 7th US Cavalry on 12/16/1880.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was reported as damaged by Co. D, 6th US Cavalry on 02/20/1876.


Early Colt Revolver with South Africa Connection

This Cavalry revolver was one of the first 100 Colts to go to London in early Jan 1874. Somehow it got from London to Durban, South Africa and then back to London. It was then sold through a London auction house to a dealer and ended up in Arkansas.

1874 3731 Colt Forum

2nd Oregon Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.


1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.




4th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.




4th US Cavalry This SAA revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.


4th US Cavalry This SAA revolver was assigned to Co. K, 4th US Cavalry. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.


Leyte Civil Police, Philippines This Artillery revolver was used by the Leyte Civil Police in the Philippines on 12/31/1900.




2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry during 1898.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/18/1888. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Alfred J. Conover, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1874 3927 Springfield Arsenal Museum

4th US Cavalry The frame of this Cavalry revolver is marked Co. K, 4th Cav. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 06/19/1876.






4th US Cavalry Kopec feels there is a "good possibility" that this Cavalry revolver was assigned to one of the 4th US Cavalry troops that did not mark their revolvers. The 4th Cavalry Regiment was one of the most effective Army units against Indians on the Texas frontier.






5th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. B, 6th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.















This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Horton A, Bennett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."






2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was deemed unserviceable on 10/12/1878.


22nd US Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. I, 22nd US Infantry on 10/12/1878.

1874 4336 Springfield Research Service



Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was reassigned to the Post Office Department during Jan 1879. Details about its prior use are unknown.








2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver is documented to have been used during the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876.




2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Cavalry as of 1874.


Terry, Alfred This SAA was owned by General Alfred Terry. He was a Union general in the Civil War and the military commander of the Dakota Territory from 1866 to 1869 and again from 1872 to 1886.

1874 4507 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran and this gun's SN was also mentioned in Gen Terry's personal diary.

Railway Mail Service This Cavalry revolver was reassigned to the Railway Mail Service during Jan 1879. Details about its prior use are unknown. It was turned-in to Springfield Arsenal on 11/11/1890.


Battle of the Little Big Horn. This Cavalry revolver is documented to have been used during the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876.


NY Militia This SAA was used by the NY Militia.











7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to LT Luther Hare, 7th US Cavalry, in 1874.


2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry during 1898.










11th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop E, 11th US Volunteer Infantry on 02/25/1900.


Pine Ridge Sioux Indian Reservation, South Dakota

This SAA revolver is cited in the Fenn & Kopec study as being a “Presumptive, Pine Ridge Sioux Reservation Indian use” firearm. It was possibly captured from the US Army.

1874 4729 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers: A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn



Custer Era Revolver The barrel of this Custer era revolver was replaced sometime after 1993 with a 4 7/8" barrel. Kopec believes this gun was likely stolen by a deserter prior to the 1893 Ordnance Dept. recall period. It was possibly issued to the 7th Cav., but this info can't be confirmed.


Railway Mail Service This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Railway Mail Service and turned in 11/11/1890.

1874 4780 "US Cavalry Colts, An Alternate Theory of Use" by Stephen J. Perry, Man At Arms Magazine, Nov/Dec 1992 & Kopec Letter.



7th US Cavalry & later gifted to Cheyenne Chief Two Moons

Historian John Kopec concluded there is a distinct possibility that this SAA was assigned to LT Wm Van Wyck while he was assigned to the 7th US Cavalry. He was killed at the Little Big Horn. This SAA was later gifted to Cheyenne Chief Two Moons.

1874 4815 Kopec Letter & James D. Julia Auction House

Nez Perce War Kopec says this SAA was used during the Nez Perce War in 1877. This was an armed conflict between bands of the Nez Perce tribe and their Indian allies against the US Army.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. H, 2nd US Cavalry on 06/11/1874. It was reported damaged on 04/01/1878.


Indian-Owned Revolver Kopec states his database shows that this Cavalry revolver was turned in by Indian "Fools-Bear" as of 9/5/1876.


Fort Snelling, Minnesota Kopec says records at the National Archives show this Cavalry revolver was "stolen" at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, on 8/28/1882.

1874 4886 Kopec Letter & Records at the National Archives

Possibly Used By the 7th US Cavalry

The frame on this Artillery revolver bears SN 4939. It came from a Cavalry revolver from Lot 5, one of the "prime" sources of guns issued to the 7th US Cavalry. Since other units drew guns from the same lot, it's not possible to know for sure which unit may have used it.


17th US Infantry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to CPT H.S. Howe, Co. H, 17th US Infantry as of 3/1/1889. This regiment was active during the Indian Wars. They were part of Terry's column after the Battle of the Little Bighorn and saw action at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in SD.

1874 4947 Cochran, Kopec Letter & records at the National Archives

Presumptive Custer Battle Revolver

Kopec calls this Cavalry revolver a "presumptive" Custer Battle revolver. It was recovered in Canada and shows evidence of Indian use.




Fort Snelling, MN & later the NY Militia

This Cavalry revolver belonged to an Army unit stationed at Fort Snelling, Minnesota in 1882. In 1895, it was owned by the NY Militia.


Custer Battlefield This Cavalry revolver was recovered on the Custer Battlefield.


2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/22/1900.


San Fernando Police Force, Philippine Islands & later used as a Hollywood Prop Gun

This Artillery revolver assigned to the San Fernando Police Force, Philippine Islands, on 7/16/1901. There is an "S" stamped on the bottom of the frame above the serial number. This markings indicates this revolver was once part of the Stembridge Movie Co. arsenal and was used as a Hollywood prop gun. Stembridge records show that it was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando.

1874 5027 Springfield Research Service letter & Invoice from Stembridge Gun Rentals of Hollywood.



17th US Infantry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to CPT H.S. Howe, an officer in Co. H, 17th US Infantry on 03/01/1889. This regiment was active during the Indian Wars. They were part of Terry's column after the Battle of the Little Bighorn and saw action at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

1874 5058 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran & Kopec Letter

7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was found in relic condition on the Custer Battlefield near the Indian village circa 1992.


Reily, William Van Wyck , LT, 7th US Cavalry

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to LT Reily. In April 1876, Reily was assigned to Co. E, 7th US Cavalry at Fort Abraham Lincoln, Dakota Territory. While there, he was tried for carelessness after his SAA (SN: 5126) was stolen. He was ordered to pay for it and was then assigned SAA SN: 4815. Reily was killed at the Little Big Horn.


Spotting Crow This Cavalry revolver is documented as being captured by Spotting Crow at the Battle of the Little Big Horn on June 25th, 1876.






7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry on 03/14/1888.


Indians at the Pine Ridge Sioux Reservation

According to Kopec, this Cavalry model revolver is presumed to have been used by Sioux Indians at the Pine Ridge Sioux Reservation.




Indians at the Pine Ridge Sioux Reservation

According to Kopec, this Cavalry model revolver is presumed to have been used by Sioux Indians at the Pine Ridge Sioux Reservation.


Probable 7th US Cavalry Kopec believes the frame on this Artillery model revolver (bearing SN 5184) originated on a Cavalry revolver that was likely used at the Battle of the Little Big Horn on June 25th, 1876.




7th US Cavalry According to John Kopec, the frame of this Artillery Colt (SN: 5249) "could very well had been in the Custer Battle on June 25, 1876, as this serial number is well within the accepted 'Custer' serial range."


6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 6th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver came from Lot 5, one of the "prime" lots from which the 7th US Cavalry drew their revolvers on 7/2/1874 prior to the Black Hills Expedition.


Indian War Cavalry Revolver This Cavalry Colt originated from Lot #5 (4500-5504), the principal lot from which revolvers were issued to the 7th U.S. Cavalry. That said, there are records available to show that guns in the 5200-5300 range were issued to the 7th Cavalry. (Continued in last column.)

1874 5305 Kopec Letter. Kopec says the gun shows evidence of being in a fire. He speculates that it may have been burned to prevent it from being by hostile Sioux Indians.



3rd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 3rd US Cavalry on 09/14/1886.






7th US Cavalry This SAA was located at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota during 1988.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John T. Torbett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




Found Cavalry Revolver This Cavalry revolver was reported found 02/18/1933. The location and circumstances where not provided.


Recovered Cavalry Revolver This Cavalry revolver was recovered at St. Paul, Minnesota on 6/3/1878.


3rd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 3rd US Cavalry as of 1886.




3rd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 3rd US Cavalry as of 1886.


7th US Cavalry According to John Kopec, this Cavalry revolver is a presumptive, alleged 7th US Cavalry deserter sidearm.




7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Cpl George W. Wylie, Co. D, 7th US Cavalry. It was reported lost on 11/1/1875.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd US Cavalry on 10/12/1878.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 6th US Cavalry in 1875. In a It was reported lost on 6/15/1875.

1874 5657 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn & Kopec Letter

22nd US Infantry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. I, 22nd US Infantry on 01/15/1892.


7th US Cavalry, Spanish-American War & Philippine Insurrection

The frame on this Artillery Colt may have come from a revolver originally assigned to the 7th US Cavalry during the Indian Wars. After being altered to the Artillery configuration, it was likely used during the Spanish-American War and Philippine Insurrection. Following these conflicts, it was rebuilt at the Manila Arsenal in the Philippines.


5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry during 1886. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 08/17/1878.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. I, 7th US Cavalry on 07/12/1888.


7th US Cavalry This SAA was returned by CPT Benteen of the 7th US Cavalry to the Chief Ordnance Officer of Dakota Territory. It was "rendered unserviceable" in action against the hostile Indians at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.

1874 5743 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers a Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, page 267



7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was reported as unserviceable on 10/12/1878.


7th US Cavalry This SAA was returned by CPT Benteen of the 7th US Cavalry to the Chief Ordnance Officer of Dakota Territory. It was "rendered unserviceable" in action against the hostile Indians at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.

1874 5773 Springfield Research Svc.& "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers a Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, page 267






7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was turned-in after the Battle of the Little Bighorn by Indian "Whirling White Head."


Crow Indian Agency, Montana This Cavalry model was used at the Crow Indian Agency in Bighorn County, Montana. The agency is located near the Little Bighorn National Battlefield.


NY Militia This SAA was owned by the NY Militia.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 5th US Cavalry.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 2nd US Cavalry on 06/16/1882.


2d US Cavalry Kopec states that records at the National Archives show that this SAA was assigned to Troop H, 2d US Cavalry as of 6/11/1874. It was reported damaged on 04/01/1878.

1874 5989 Kopec Letter & Records at the National Archives




2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry model revolver was assigned to Troop H, 17th US Infantry on 03/01/1889.

1874 6022 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research service.



Custer Agency This Cavalry revolver is listed as a "Custer Agency" gun in cited reference book.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Cavalry as of 06/11/1874.


2nd US Cavalry This SAA revolver was assigned to Co. H, 2nd Cavalry on 06/11/1874. It was reported damaged on 04/01/1878. The 2nd US Cavalry fought Indians from Arizona to Montana and was present with Gen Crook at the Battle of the Rosebud on their way to support Custer at the Little Bighorn.

1874 6046 Kopec Letter & Springfield research Service.

Custer Battlefield The backstrap of this SAA revolver was found on the Custer Battlefield in relic condition during the archeological work in 1984. The location of the rest of the gun is unknown.


















5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 08/17/1886.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was reported unserviceable on 10/12/1878.


2nd US Cavalry & 2nd US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 2nd US Cavalry as of 1878. It was altered to Artillery configuration an assigned to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/17/1900.


1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka "The Rough Riders"

This Artillery model was carried by a soldier assigned to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry (the "Rough Riders"). It has "U.S.V.C." on right grip, and the letter "Z "on the left grip.


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was listed as unserviceable on 10/12/ 1878.


Recovered at Sitting-Bull's Camp after the Battle of the Little Big Horn

This SAA was located at the site of Sitting-Bull's camp at Saskatchewan, Canada. Sitting-Bull and his band of renegade Indians escaped into Canada after the Battle of the Little Big Horn.


Recovered 7th US Cavalry revolver

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 7th US Cavalry. It was recovered at the site of Sitting Bull's camp in Saskatchewan, Canada.


Outlaw, Sabastian "Bass" Note: Outlaw is his last name, not occupation.

This SAA belonged to Outlaw. He was a Texas Ranger & Deputy US Marshal. He got into a drunken confrontation with Constable John Selman and was killed.


7th US Cavalry Kopec says this Cavalry revolver was found by a rancher in relic condition 10-20 miles south of the Little Bighorn Battlefield in the ruins of a burnt-out wagon on the Cheyenne reservation.


7th US Cavalry According to Gary Hendershott, this Cavalry revolver was recaptured from the Indians by the 2nd US Cavalry in 1877, less than a year after the Battle of the Little Bighorn.

1874 6310 Gary Hendershott Auction House

3rd US Volunteer Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was converted to "Artillery" configuration and assigned to the 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry on 09/01/1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Harry B. Wiley, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. H, 2nd US Cavalry on 06/11/1874. It was reported damaged on 04/17/1878.


Possible 7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was from Lot 6, one of the prime sources of guns issued to the 7th Cavalry. Kopec feels it had been captured by the Sioux, and then lost in Canada. The Sioux fled to Canada after the Custer battle.


Custer Battlefield This SAA is documented to have been used during the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876.


5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry as of 1886.








5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 08/17/1886.




7th US Cavalry This SAA was returned by CPT Benteen of the 7th US Cavalry to the Chief Ordinance Officer of Dakota Territory. It was "rendered unserviceable" in action against the hostile Indians at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.

1874 6559 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers" by Kopec & Fenn, page 267







US Department of Interior This Artillery revolver is stamped "U.S.I.D." and "83." This marking stands for the US Department of Interior. It's unknown if this marking was applied before or after it was altered to Artillery configuration.







Kopec & Fenn show this revolver was assigned to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898. Kudlik says it was carried by Sergeant Reynolds, Co. F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection.

1874 6664 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn & "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992

2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was reported as unserviceable on 10/12/1878.















2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 2nd US Cavalry. It was reported unserviceable on 10/12/1878.











5th Cavalry or possibly the 7th Cavalry. Later, re-issued to the NY Militia

This Cavalry revolver originated from Lot 7 (#6517 - #7527). Kopec thinks it was likely issued to the 5th US Cavalry, but may have been issued to the 7th US Cavalry. In 1895, it was refurbished by Colt & reissued to the 1st Battery, NY Militia.


NY Militia This SAA was re-assigned to the NY Militia about 1885. They turned it in to the Springfield Arsenal on 11/9/1903.







This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John H. Tait, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Corporal August Roediger, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




5th US Cavalry Record at the National Archives show that this SAA was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 8/17/1886.This regiment saw action during the Indian Wars and Spanish American War.

1874 6936 Kopec Letter & records at the National Archives








This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band of the 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry in 1898.


5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 8/17/1886. This regiment saw action during the Indian Wars and Spanish American War.

1874 6974 Kopec Letter & records at the National Archives


This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band of the 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.




11th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band of the 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry on 09/29/1898.


7th US Cavalry According to records at the National Archives, this Cavalry revolver was recovered in relic condition on the Custer Battlefield in 1933.

1874 7047 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers" by Kopec and Fenn



5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. H, 5th US Cavalry on 08/07/1875.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop B, 7th US Cavalry on 07/17/1882.

















This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to 2LT John C. Greenway, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1874 7253 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & article entitled "Even More Guns of the Rough Riders" by Frank B. Mallory in Man At Arms Magazine Mar/Apr 1990.



5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. H, 5th US Cavalry on 08/07/1875.




5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry on 09/29/1898.








5th US Cavalry This SAA was probably assigned to the 5th US Cavalry as early as August 1875. It likely saw service in the Arizona Territory against the Apaches during the Indian Wars. It was once owned by former Colt Collectors’ Association President and author Les Quick.

1874 7387 This gun was pictured and discussed on page 323 in “A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver” by Graham, Kopec & Moore.


This Artillery revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment of Cavalry revolvers to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines.


Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was reassigned to the Post Office Department during Jan 1879. Details about its prior use are unknown. The Post Office Department reported that this gun as lost on 8/9/1888. The circumstances are unknown.

1874 7418 Cochran & "US Cavalry Colts, An Alternate Theory of Use" by Stephen J. Perry, Man At Arms Magazine, Nov/Dec 1992.


This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John S. Kline, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."





According to John Kopec, this revolver was initially assigned to Troop “C” of the 5th Cavalry. He continues that this revolver, identified by SN in the US Archives, shows that it was subsequently assigned on 6/20/1898 to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry (Rough Riders) and that it was assigned to Trooper Charles M. Armstrong of Troop “I”.

1874 7464 Kopec Letter & "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran





41st US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. I, 41st US Volunteer Infantry as of 10/17/1900.


3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver was assigned to 3rd Colorado Signal Corps.











This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Max Reising, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 0817/1886.






5th Ohion Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry on 09/29/1898.









This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Charles A. Bush, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."









This Artillery model SAA was assigned 6/20/1898 to William H. Bates, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."













This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20.1898 to William H. Waffensmith, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."






Wyoming Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to Battery A, Wyoming Artillery during 1899.






"Probable" Gun Stolen by an Army Deserter

Because this revolver remains in it's original Cavalry configuration after the 1893 government recall, Kopec feels it is "probable" that it was stolen by an Army deserter.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry on 08/05/1889.






32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. C, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 7/26/1899.



This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.




NY Militia This SAA was assigned to the NY Militia.
















8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 10/26/1892.






















Private purchase by British Army Officer

This Colt SAA revolver in 450 Boxer, with a pre Pall-Mall address, was a private purchase by a British Army officer. It was fitted with a lanyard ring as with all pistols used in British Army Service.

1874 9056 “Colt Peacemaker British Model" by Cochran, page 9.



2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. G, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.


Fort Snelling, Minnesota This Cavalry revolver was reported stolen at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, on 08/28/1882.


1st Nevada Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Cavalry during 1898.


























8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 8th US Cavalry in 1874. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.






32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to , 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 8th US Cavalry in 1874. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.




Wheeler Survey Team This Cavalry revolver was carried by the Wheeler Survey Team (Meridian Survey Expedition) when they surveyed the US west of the 100th meridian. The team was led by LT George Montague Wheeler.





41st US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. I, 41st US Volunteer Infantry as of 10/17/1900.




Wheeler Survey Team This Cavalry revolver was carried by the Wheeler Survey Team when they surveyed the US west of the 100th meridian. The team was led by LT George Montague Wheeler.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


2nd US Arillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/17/1900.






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry on 08/05/1889.






This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Daniel J. Zigler, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen 06/19/1876.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen 06/19/1876.






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. C, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 06/19/1876.


Springfield Arsenal Osgood Ammo Test

This gun set aside and used to test different types of ammunition.









6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to , 6th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen 10/26/1892.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to George Thompson, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


Mikado Colt This was one of 10 Cavalry revolvers sent as a gift to Mikado of Japan on 6/23/1874. This gun was subsequently returned to the US after WWII.

1874 10143 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, a Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn









Mikado Presentation Colt This was one of 10 Cavalry revolvers sent as a gift to Mikado of Japan on 6/23/1874.














Sheriff, Reno, KS This Ainsworth inspected SAA was customized for Sheriff "Fay A. Brown" (inscribed) - Sheriff, Reno Kansas. It was converted to 22 rimfire by Robert F. Enewold, and sent back to Colt during the 1930s for engraving by Wilbur Glahn.




Mikado Presentation Colt This was one of 10 Cavalry revolvers sent as a gift to Mikado of Japan on 6/23/1874. This gun was subsequently returned to the US after WWII.


Custer Family Cited reference states that a Cavalry revolver with this serial number was owned by the Custer family. No further information is available,









This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Carl J. Schornhorst, Jr., Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. C, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.








TV/Movie Prop Gun This US Cavalry revolver became the property of the Western Costume Company (W.C.CO. on the frame) and Stembridge Gun Rentals. It has the letter "S" above the serial number on the frame.

1874 10742 Gun Values Board



2nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to , 2nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to , 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Joseph F. Flynn, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 10th US Cavalry on 10/18/1893.




South Carolina Militia This gun has S.C. or a similar mark that indicates ownership by the SC militia.


6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to , 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to William Blatchley, Co. F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection.

1874 10921 "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992



Milner, Mosses aka "California Joe"

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to 7th US Cavalry civilian scout Mosses “California Joe” Milner at Fort Lincoln, North Dakota Territory, prior to the Black Hills Expedition.

1874 10960 The revolver was authenticated by Wendell Grangaard, author of the book, “Documenting the Weapons Used at Little Bighorn,” published in 2015.

22nd US infantry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. I, 22nd US Infantry as of 03/18/1889.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.








1876 Centennial Exhibition This SAA was at the center of the Colt pinwheel display at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia. Colt records reveal it served the company as a sample Single Action from 1874 to 1894.

1874 11088 Colt Factory Records

2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Cavalry as of 03/28/1882






2nd US Cavalry & later 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry

This Cavalry revolver was issued to the 2nd US Cavalry as of 1882. In 1898, after being altered to Artillery configuration, it was assigned to Charles H. Jones, Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry. This unit fought in Philippine Insurrection from 11/6/1898 to 9/30/1899.

1874 11191 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn; and "Colt: Single Action Army Revolvers, US Alterations" by C. Kenneth Moore



Holliday, John Henry , aka "Doc Holliday"

This SAA was owned by "Doc" Holliday. Holliday was a gunfighter and friend of Wyatt Earp. According to papers owned by his nephew, his uncle "Doc" claimed on his deathbed that this was his regular carry gun throughout his career.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Cal Jopling, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


8th US Cavalry Records at the National Archives show that this SAA belonged to Co. C, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 06/19/1876.






NY Militia This SAA is a NY Militia piece. It was shipped 10/18/1895.

1874 11453 Kopec Letter & listed by SN in Kopec's book "A Continuing Study."



22nd US Infantry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. I, 22nd US Infantry as of 03/18/1889.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by A.D. Adamson, one of the cattleman involved in this conflict.

1874 11697 Cochran & an article entitled "Major Wolcott's List - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.



8th US Cavalry & later 2nd US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 10/26/1892. It was apparently recovered because it was subsequently altered to Artillery configuration and assigned to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/22/1900.






Nickeled "Buy-Back" Revolvers This nickeled Cavalry revolver was believed to have been owned by the State of Virginia before being bought-back by Colt and sold to other people.






United States Express This gun was owned by the United States Express Company.






State of Virginia John Kopec believes this Cavalry revolver was among 2.307 revolvers in the same serial number range that were assigned to Virginia in 1874. The state subsequently sold them as surplus to a civilian arms dealer, who distributed them to other arms dealers for sale.




Younger, Cole This nickeled Cavalry revolver was owned by outlaw Cole Younger. It was part of a group of similar revolvers believed to have been owned by the State of Virginia before being bought-back by Colt and sold to other people.


Fort Duncan, TX This Cavalry revolver was assigned to an Army unit at Fort Duncan, TX, during 1880. This fort was set up to protect the first US settlement on the Rio Grande near the current town of Eagle Pass, TX.












Tall Crane, John This SAA is attributed to John Tall Crane, a police officer at the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota. It was part of a group of similar revolvers believed to have been owned by the State of Virginia before being bought-back by Colt and sold to other people.

1874 12937 Cochran & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, a Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn

Colt Factory Office This SAA was sent to the Colt Factory Office. From there, it was likely sent to a purchasing officer or government official.














Seiber, Al This SAA was assigned to Seiber, an Army scout during Apache campaign.


Seiber, Al This SAA was assigned to Al Seiber, an Army scout during the US Army Apache campaign.


















Crawford, John Wallace, aka "Captain Jack Crawford"

This nickeled Cavalry revolver was owned by "Captain Jack" Crawford who was a western scout and adventurer. It was part of a group of similar revolvers believed to have been owned by the State of Virginia before being bought-back by Colt and sold to other people.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Alfred C. Giller, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


























2nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop B, 2nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/20/1898.


"Boy Chief" This nickel plated Cavalry revolver was carried by the 7th US Cavalry Arikara Scout "Boy Chief" during the Battle of the Little Bighorn. It is believed this pistol was part of a special government sale arranged by Custer. The revolver bears hand-carved symbols in the Togia Language.

1874 13527 The revolver has been authenticated by Battle of the Little Bighorn Historian and Togia language expert Wendell Grangaard of The Guns of History, Inc.











Crawford, John Wallace, aka "Captain Jack Crawford"

This SAA was assigned to Jack Crawford. His daring ride of 350 miles in six days to carry dispatches to Fort Laramie about Gen. George Crook's victory over the Sioux made him a national celebrity.


"Charging Up The Hill" This nickel plated Cavalry revolver was carried by the 7th US Cavalry Arikara Scout "Charging Up The Hill" during the Battle of the Little Bighorn. It is believed this pistol was part of a special government sale arranged by Custer. The revolver bears hand-carved symbols in the Togia Language.

1874 13725 The revolver has been authenticated by Battle of the Little Bighorn Historian and Togia language expert Wendell Grangaard of The Guns of History, Inc.





Younger, Cole This SAA is attributed to Cole Younger, a notorious outlaw who rode with the James-Younger Gang.

1874 13757 Book: Gunsmoke & Saddle Leather: Firearms in the Nineteenth-century American West by Charles G. Worman













Union Pacific Railroad Referenced book says a Colt Factory Letter shows this pistol was shipped to the Union Pacific Railroad in January 1875.

1874 14663 Book: Gunsmoke & Saddle Leather: Firearms in the Nineteenth-century American West by Charles G. Worman

NY Militia This civilian Colt revolver somehow came under government control. It was recalled by a government arsenal and altered to the Artillery configuration & then re-issued to the NY Militia.





This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Hayes Donnelly, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1875 15195 "Guns of the Rough Riders, Part I, Colt SAAs" by Franklin B. Mallory, Man At Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1989

McGivern, Ed This SAA belonged to Ed McGivern, a famous exhibition shooter, shooting instructor and author of the book Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 6th US Cavalry as of 08/30/1888.




Rafter-O Ranch This martially marked Cavalry revolver is likely associated with the Rafter-O Ranch in Texas. The right grip bears a likeness of the registered brand used by this well known ranch.

1875 16369 Letter signed by L.C. Jackson of the Jackson Arms Co. out of Dallas Texas, dated 1960, where she explains the marking.

NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia about 1875.








U.S.I.S. This revolver has the initials "U.S.I.S." stamped on the side of the grip frame. Cochran speculated this could stand for the United States Indian Service, an element of the US Interior Dept.


US Navy SAA test gun The US Navy received this prototype Colt SAA revolver in 1875. It had a 6 1/2" barrel and was chambered in .38 Long Colt.

1875 16737 "Colt Revolvers and the US Navy 1865-1889" by C. Kenneth Moore







7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 7th US Cavalry as of 1/26/1891. This serial number is in the range (16000-17000) that had been assigned to the reconstituted 7th US Cavalry after the Custer massacre. According to Kopec, this revolver was involved in a "train wreck" on 1/26/1891.








NY Militia & 5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia about 1875. On 08/17/1886, it was reassigned Troop C, 5th US Cavalry.

1875 16928 Kopec Letter & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research Service.



2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. C, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.































This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to William C. Gibson, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


3rd Colorado Signal corps This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps during 1898.






Fort Snelling, MN This Cavalry revolver was assigned to an US Army element at Fort Snelling, MN. It was reported stolen on 08/28/1882.








This Artillery revolver was reportedly carried by W.N. Batchelder, Troop K, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry (Roosevelt's Rough Riders) during the Spanish American War.

1875 17335 Family photos and other documents help substantiate the ownership of this gun. Two of the images are dated 7/29/1898 & depict Batchelder in military uniform. The back of one photo says "W.H. Batchelder / 1st U.S.V."

Movie Prop Gun This SAA was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando.






7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 03/14/1888.













7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to the reorganized 7th US Cavalry 3 months after the Custer massacre. This gun was surveyed (drooped from the books) on 11/24/1886.








7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to the reorganized 7th US Cavalry 3 months after the Custer massacre. These troops went on to participate in the Battle of Wounded Knee, 12/29/1890.


11th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 11th US Volunteer Infantry. It was reported lost on 22/25/1900.






Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by G.A. Campbell, a cattleman involved in this conflict.
















7th US Cavalry after the Battle of the Little Bighorn

Kopec feels there is a possibility that this revolver was assigned to replacements assigned to the US 7th Cavalry after the Custer massacre. The seral number falls within the range of documented examples.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Lyman E. Whitehead, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/17/1900.






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. K, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 10/26/1892









This Artillery model SAA was assigned 6/20/1898 to John P. Roberts, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to Troop I, 7th US Cavalry as of 07/28/1888. They were assigned this revolver following their reorganization after the Battle of the Little Big Horn.


7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 3/18/1888. They were assigned this revolver following their reorganization after the Battle of the Little Big Horn.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the reorganized 7th US Cavalry on 10/3/1876 in Bismarck, Dakota Territory, three months after the Custer massacre.




7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 3/18/1888. They were was assigned this revolver following their reorganization after the Battle of the Little Big Horn.








7th US Cavalry This SAA was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 3/18/1888. They were was assigned this revolver following their reorganization after the Battle of the Little Big Horn.






NRA Museum Gun This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. No further info.

1875 18682 NRA Museum








This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20.1898 to Thomas C. Williams, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1875 18720 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Kopec Letter






This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John P. Roberts, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders." See SN: 18448.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop I, 7th US Cavalry as of 1888.


NY Militia The right grip on this SAA revolver is hand-stamped “1ST B / 19 NY”. This likely stands for 1st Battalion, 19th NY Militia Regiment.

1875 18819 Book: Colt Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study by Kopec & Fenn, lists this revolver by SN as being assigned to the NY Militia.






This Artillery revolver belonged to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry and is reflected on a company inventory report dated 7/20/1899. A copy appears in referenced article.












1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl. Frank Tomlinson of Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry. This unit arrived at Manila on 12/6/1898 and saw action during the Philippine Insurrection until 9/30/1899.

1875 19008 Springfield Research Service & Kopec Letter











Fort Snelling, MN & 7th US Cavalry

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to a US Army element at Fort Snelling, MN as of 1882. Later, it was reassigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry during 1888.






Fort Snelling, MN This Cavalry revolver was reported stolen from Fort Snelling, Minnesota on 08/28/1882.








Fort Snelling, MN This Cavalry revolver was reported stolen from Fort Snelling, MN on 08/28/1882.




5th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 0817/1886.






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen 06/19/1876.


Bouyer, Mitch This SAA was assigned to Mitch Bouyer, a scout for the 7th US Cavalry. He was killed at the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876.




Mroz, Martin This SAA was owned by Martin Mroz, who was an outlaw. He was lured across the border at El Paso in 1895 and shot dead by US Deputy Marshal George Scarborough, & Texas Ranger Frank McMahon.

1876 22124 Book: Gunsmoke & Saddle Leather: Firearms in the Nineteenth-century American West by Charles G. Worman.

Lee, Duke R., also known as "Big Duke," who was a Wild West performer.

This SAA reportedly belonged to Duke R. Lee (1881-1959) who rode with the Buffalo Bill Cody show, the Tom Mix Circus & the Miller Brothers 101 Wild West Show.

1876 23843 icollector.com

Dalton, Gratton This SAA revolver may have been owned & carried by Gratton Dalton during the Coffeyville bank robbery on 10/5/1892. Dalton was killed during the robbery. The revolver was reportedly given to Dr. W.H. Wells "for his service in keeping Gratton's brother, Emmett , alive after being wounded."

1876 24029 Rock Island Auction House & article "Dressed to Kill: The Guns Used by the Daltons at Coffeyville" by Lee A. Silva in Wild West Magazine, 4/2007.

Wells Fargo & Co. This gun was marked "W.F.& Co." 1876 24923 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran

Missouri–Kansas–Texas Railway

This Cavalry revolver was carried by a railroad engineer who worked for the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railway in Oklahoma's Indian Territory.

1876 27187 True West Magazine, May 2018

Colton, H. E. This SAA was owned by H.E. Colton, who was an official with the Union Pacific Railroad.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20.1898 to Hyman Rafolowitz, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


“Buntline Special” Model This Colt SAA has a 16" barrel. It was on display at the Gene Autry National Center. About 30 of these revolvers were made in 1876.

1876 28802 Henry's Western Round-up Blog, 7/18/2011

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by W.H. Tabor, a range detective involved in this conflict.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was initially owned by the NY Militia. In 1895, it was refurbished and may have been altered to the Artillery configuration.
















Colt Factory Arms Collection This Frontier model revolver is in the Colt Factory Arms Collection housed in the Connecticut State Library.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to James Luke, Co. E, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. G, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.








3rd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 3rd US Cavalry as of 09/14/1886.




32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to a member of the horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.
















3rd US Cavalry According to John Kopec, there is a "good probability" that this revolver had been assigned to the 3rd US Cavalry prior to being altered to the Artillery configuration in 1893.






Baca, Elfago This SAA was owned by Elfago Baca, a gunman, lawman, lawyer & politician.




Carillo, Leo This SAA believed to have been owned by Leo Carillo, famous movie star and western personality. It was in the Harold Smith collection and was on display in his Nevada casino.

1876 31951 clarksantiques.com








This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.










Hart, John Actor John Hart carried this SAA revolver when he portrayed the Lone Ranger in the original series between 1952 and 1954

1876 32395 Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Cody, Wyoming

10th Cavalry This Artillery revolver has "Co. F, 10th CAV" stamped on the barrel. It's unclear if this refers to this entire gun or just the barrel, which may have come from a different revolver.

1884 32432 "A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore











This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Earl Stillson, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


Displayed at US Centennial Exhibition in 1876

This exhibition grade engraved Colt SAA was displayed during the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia during 1876.

1876 32920 R. L. Wilson Authentication Letter















Ordnance Department This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Ordnance Department as of 05/17/1877.















This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Sgt. Percival Gassett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry in 1898. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.


Wells Fargo & Co. This SAA was marked "W.F.& Co." 1877 33455 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran










This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Bert T. Keeley, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




5th Ohio volunteer Infantry & Wells Fargo

This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th Ohio Infantry. Later this gun was owned by Wells Fargo, Co.

1877 33554 NRA Museum & Springfield Research Service.




This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Cpl. Numa C. Freuger, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."








Reyes, Octiano This Artillery revolver was owned by Mexican Octiano Reyes, who lived in Bitter Lake & Roswell, NM. He had been a "bandito" according to his granddaughter.
























5th US Cavalry Kopec notes that archive records show that this SAA was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry. It was surveyed (dropped from the books) on 08/17/1886.


11th US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop L, 11th US Volunteer Cavalry. It was reported lost on 12/13/1900.






Battle of Wounded Knee Historian John Kopec says there is a good possibility that this Cavalry revolver was used during the battle at Wounded Knee Creek, SD, on 12/29/1890.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to William H. Tritz, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


1st Kentucky Infantry This Artillery revolver & holster has been in one family since the Spanish-American War. The holster's belt loop is marked "T.L. Haydon, 2nd Lieut. Co. D, 1st KY Inf."






7th US Cavalry & 41st US Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 7th US Cavalry as of 7/12/1888. After it was altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-assigned to Co. I, 41st US Volunteer Infantry on 10/17/1900.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Franklin H. North, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


3rd US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry on 08/29/1898 during the Spanish American War. Details about its prior use are unknown




7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 3/14/1888. From 1888 to 1892, this troop was stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas.





















This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to William D. Wood, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




5th US Cavalry Kopec notes that archive records show that this SAA was assigned to Troop C, 5th US Cavalry as of 9/17/1886.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.







TV Prop Gun This SAA is one of the guns carried by actor Dan Blocker who played Hoss Cartwright in the Bonanza TV Series.

1877 34900 flickr.com














This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Frank M. Clark, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."




5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry as of 09/29/1898.







This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to William H. Jones, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."












2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Cavalry on 03/28/1882.




1st Colt Frontier Model Revolver in .44 Center Fire (.44-40)

This is the first Frontier model revolver produced in .44 Centerfire (.44-40). It was supposed to be shipped on 4/26/1877 through Colt's London office to the Turkish Government for test trials, but it is unknown if the shipment actually took place.

1877 36026 "The London Agency" by C. Kenneth Moore; Colt Factory Letter & Kopec Letter

2nd Colt Frontier Model Revolver in .44 Center Fire (.44-40)

This is second Frontier model revolver produced in .44 Centerfire (.44-40). It was supposed to be shipped on 4/26/1877 through Colt's London office to the Turkish Government for test trials, but it is unknown if the shipment actually took place.

1877 36264 "The London Agency" by C. Kenneth Moore & Kopec Letter

3rd Colt Frontier Model Revolver in .44 Center Fire (.44-40)

This is the third Frontier model revolver produced in .44 Centerfire (.44-40). It was supposed to be shipped on 4/26/1877 through Colt's London office to the Turkish Government for test trials, but it is unknown if the shipment actually took place.

1877 36327 "The London Agency" by C. Kenneth Moore & Kopec Letter

Selman, John This SAA was owned by John Selman, who was both an outlaw and lawman in the Old West. He is best known as the man who shot John Wesley Hardin in El Paso, TX, on 8/19/1895. He was carrying this gun when he was killed by George Scarborough on 5/5/1896.


Moore, Morris Bowie This SAA was owned by Morris Bowie Moore. He was a Deputy sheriff when Sam Bass was killed. He was wounded during the incident.

1877 36978 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cockran

Movie Prop Gun This revolver has an "S" stamped above the serial number on the frame. Stembridge Gun Rental Company was formed in 1920’s by James Stembridge and the famous Cecil B DeMille to supply guns to the Movie Industry.

1877 37524 Gary Hendershott Collection

Goldsby, Crawford aka "Cherokee Bill"

This SAA was owned by Crawford Goldsby. He was an outlaw known by the alias "Cherokee Bill." He murdered eight men. His gang terrorized the Indian Territory for over two years.


Murrow, Edward R, Broadcast Pioneer

This SAA was owned by Edward R, Murrow, who was one of the most renowned radio and TV journalists of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. This gun is accompanied by a tooled leather holster with the initials "ERM."

1877 37830 Notarized letter signed by Lloyd Tomkins, Chief Constable, Dutchess County, Pawling, NY, attesting to ownership of the set by Edward R. Murrow.

Winchester Repeating Arms (WRA) Company

According to the Colt Factory Letter this SAA was shipped to WRA on 11/30/1878. Grips have small engraved plaques. Right grip: "Presented by C. Black, Villa Lardo, Mexico." Left grip: "To J.H. Gibson."

1877 38940 Colt Factory Letter & info provide by Guns International Web Site. This gun was advertised for sale by Norm Flayderman in his catalog #65, which dates to the mid 1960s.

Gun captured from Moro tribesmen in the Phillipines

This SAA was captured in 1912 from Moro tribesmen during the Philippine Insurrection by 2LT C. M. Teteur, 18th Co., Philippine Scouts.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia.








20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry & Police Dept. Cebu City, Philippines

Kopec & Fenn list this revolver as belonging to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry as of 1898. Cochran shows it was part of a 54 gun shipment of Cavalry revolvers to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines.

1878 41564 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn & "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran




This Cavalry revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines. This SN is also listed as belonging to the NY Militia.

1878 41636 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn

Keyes Guns This is one of 47 revolvers purchased by CPT Keyes, 10th US Cavalry at Fort Davis, TX, to replace guns stolen from his command in 1883.























This Artillery revolver was assigned to Quartermaster Sergeant McMains, Co. F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection.




6th US Cavalry This revolver was assigned to Troop F, 6th US Cavalry as of 08/03/1888.



















This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Henry J. Arendt, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."















Civilian Model SAA Possibly Used by the US Government

According to John Kopec, this Cavalry revolver in .45 was originally assembled at Colt as a civilian revolver and later submitted to the US Ordnance Department for possible government use.




Civilian revolver converted to military configuration

Colt converted this Frontier revolver (.44-40) to the Cavalry configuration ( .45) and, per government agreement, used it to fill a government contract.


















7th US Cavalry This revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 03/14/1888.




7th US Cavalry This revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry as of 03/14/1888.






Outlaw, Sabastian "Bass" (Note: Outlaw is his last name, not occupation.)

This SAA was owned by Sabastian "Bass" Outlaw. He was a former Texas Ranger who shot and killed Texas Ranger McKidrict when Outlaw was a deputy US Marshal.

1878 42870 Guns & Ammo Magazine's "Guide to Guns of the Gunfighters" published by Peterson & Ralph Foster Museum, MO

11th US Volunteer Cavalry This revolver was assigned to Troop E, 11th US Volunteer Cavalry. It was reported lost on 02/25/1900.


Waters, B.N., LT, 15th US Infantry

This nickel-plated SAA with ivory panels and engraved backstrap was owned by LT B.N. Waters of the 15th US Infantry while he was stationed at Fort Wingate, NM Territory. The backstrap is inscribed "B.N. Waters, USA."


2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop D, 2nd US Cavalry as of 10/02/1882.


Museum Gun This Colt SAA is in the collection of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. It was donated by Brian P. and Ann A. McDonald. This gun is etched with sunray and star designs and filigree.


Relic Colt revolverl found in Mill Creek, Co.

This Colt Frontier revolver, in relic condition, was discovered in Mill Creek, near Meeker, CO, about 1980. Three unfired rounds were in the cyclinder. It may have been lost during the 1879 Battle of Mill Creek.


McLaury, Frank This SAA was owned by Frank McLaury. He and his brother Tom owned a ranch outside Tombstone, AZ during the 1880s. He had an ongoing conflict with Wyatt, Virgil & Morgan Earp.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was owned by the NY Militia.




Leyte Civil Police, Philippines This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Leyte Civil Police in the Philippines on 12/31/1900.


US Ordnance Department This Cavalry revolver was owned by the US Ordnance Department but lacks the "US " on the frame. This mark was somehow omitted during the final inspection.














3rd US Volunteer Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry on 08/29/1883.


























32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.










This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John Reidy, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."














3rd US Volunteer Cavalry & Miller Brothers, 101 Ranch in Oklahoma

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry on 09/01/1883. Later it belonged to one of the Miller Brothers who owned the 110,000 acre "101 Ranch" located in the Indian Territory of Oklahoma before statehood. The ranch is located near modern-day Ponca City, OK.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was owned by Troop F, 6th US Cavalry as of 08/03/1888.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was owned by Troop F, 6th US Cavalry as of 08/03/1888.









1st US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 1st US Cavalry as of 03/03/1891. This regiment was active during the Indian Wars and deployed to Cuba during the Spanish American War.



This Artillery revolver was assigned Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.





11th US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. C, 11th US Volunteer Cavalry on 08/12/1900.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop K, 8th US Cavalry as of 7/27/1893. This regiment was active during the Indian Wars and deployed to Cuba during the Spanish American War.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to George M. Coe, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, on 06/20/1898.


Leyte Civil Police, Philippines This Cavalry revolver was used by the Leyte Civil Police, Philippines, as of 12/31/1900.








5th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898..









6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. B, 6th US Volunteer Infantry on during 1898.






















Benicia Arsenal, California This Cavalry revolver was "recovered" at the Benicia Arsenal on 7/18/1880. This facility was located in Benicia, CA. For over 100 years, it was the primary US Army Ordnance facility for the West Coast of the US. No other info about this gun is known.










Washington, DC, Militia Kopec believes this Cavalry revolver was likely assigned to the Washington, DC militia before being sold to a civilian retailer. This second party probably nickel-plated the gun before selling it.

1879 49872 Kopec & Colt Factory Letter



Reil Rebellion The Riel Rebellion refers to two unsuccessful uprisings of aboriginal people in Canada led by Louis Riel in 1885. This revolver is known to have been used during the rebellion.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Thomas W. Phipps, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898.




Morrison, Ben This SAA belonged to Ben Morrison. He was a stock detective in Wyoming & Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. This SAA was confiscated by the Armyfollowing the Johnson County War in Wyoming.








Ford, Robert "Bob" This SAA was owned by outlaw Bob Ford. He used it to assassinate Jesse James.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Malcolm D. Lincoln, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.

1879 50487 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & article in Man at Arms Magazine by Charles Pate, 2/2006.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to wagoner Everett E. Holt, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Harry Peabody, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898.


Bogs, Bill This Frontier Six Shooter was owned by Bill Bogs, a minor criminal operating in the Indian Territory. Three parallel notches have been cut on the left side of the 5 1/2" barrel. Their meaning is unknown.

1879 51255 Letter from famed Western writer Eugene Cunningham dated 10/29/1940. Pictured in Man at Arms magazine Mar/Apr 1991

Pinkerton, Robert A. This Colt revolver was owned by Robert A. Pinkerton. Along with his father and brother, he controlled the famous Pinkerton Detective Agency.


Cody, William F., "Buffalo Bill" This Colt Frontier model revolver was purchased from the family of famous gunsmith Archie Miller. Miller received the gun from Cody in 1913.


Winchester Repeating Arms (WRA), Co.

This Colt Frontier model revolver was shipped to the WRA Co. on 1/17/1880.

1879 52166 Colt Letter

Cody, William F., "Buffalo Bill" This SAA is part of a pair of Colt revolvers used by frontier scout and western showman W. F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody. It is on display at the Cody Museum.


Clanton, Billy This gun was carried by Billy Clanton during the famous gunfight at the OK Corral in Tombstone, AZ. Clanton was killed during the encounter.


The "Rosebud" Colt SAA Revolver

This engraved SAA was owned by Clayde C. Covey, Indian Agent and Superintendent of the Rosebud and Standing Rock Indian Agencies in South Dakota.

1879 52438 Man at Arms Magazine, May/Jun 1995.


1879 52464?1 Invoice from Stembridge Gun Rentals of Hollywood.

Poe, John W. This SAA was owned by John W. Poe. He was a lawman who was with Pat Garrett when he killed "Billy the Kid."


See SN: 53642 This SAA has a possible Serial Number stamping error.

1880 53632 N/A

Possible Serial Number Stamping Error

This is a Colt SAA with 7.5" barrel. The frame & barrel have SN: 536 42. The trigger guard, cylinder & backstrap have SN: 536 32. The next to last digit is off by 1.

1880 53642 Listed for sale with photos on Guns International website

Masterson, Bat This SA revolver was owned by Bat Masterson, a well known Indian fighter, gunman, and lawman in the Old West. The backstrap is inscribed "W.B. Masterson."







This Artillery revolver was assigned to George Shafer, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. A, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to Joseph L. Bawcome, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



















Lower, John Prey This SAA was owned by John P. Lower. He was a colorful gunmaker and dealer born in 1833. From 1873-76 he was a partner in an establishment in Denver. He died in 1917.


















Garrett, Pat This SAA was owned by Pat Garrett, the sheriff of Lincoln County, NM. In 1881, Garrett used this revolver to kill "Billy the Kid."


Springfield Arsenal Museum This Cavalry revolver is in the Springfield Arsenal Museum. The identity of the original owner is unknown.

1880 55096 Springfield Arsenal Museum Collection Record SPAR 7300



6th US Cavalry This revolver was assigned to Troop F, 6th US Cavalry as of 1888.












Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Frank Canton, a range detective involved in the conflict.

1880 55728 "Major Wolcott's Lisy - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005













6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 6th US Cavalry on 08/03/1988.















6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. F, 6th US Cavalry on 08/03/1888.





























Greely Expedition to the North Pole

LT James B. Lockwood took this SAA with him on the Greely Expedition to the North Pole. On 5/15/1882, he set a new record for traveling to the furthest northern point on Earth.

1880 56568 Man & Arms Magazine, Apr 2011. This revolver is at the Smithsonian Institution.





















Russell, Charles M. (1864- 1926)

This SAA was owned by Charles A. Russell, a well known artist of the Old West. Russell was photographedwearing this gun. He also used it insome of his illustrations.

1880 57698 True West Magazine. This gun is at the Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma.



Earp, Morgan This Colt Frontier model revolver reportedly belonged to Morgan Earp. The back strap is engraved "Morgan Earp, Deputy Marshal, Tombstone, Arizona T. ("T" stands for territory). The butt is inscribed "1881."

1880 59221 This gun is on display at the Ralph Foster Museum, on the campus of the College of the Ozarks in Branson, Missouri.



3rd US Cavalry This nickel plated SAA belonged to CPT Thomas Dyson, 3rd US Cavalry. He served in Texas from 1886 to 1890. The barrel was shortened to 5.5". All serial numbers match.

1880 60879 John J. Hayes Historical Collectibles, Kopec letter & records at the National Archives

1st U.S. Cavalry Regiment This Cavalry revolver is marked "1st REGT." Kopec believes this gun may have been used by the 1st U.S. Cav Regt against the Apaches at Cedar Pass, Arizona Territory, 10/4/1881.





1st U.S. Cavalry Regiment This Cavalry revolver is marked "1st REGT." Kopec believes it might have been used by the 1st U.S. Cav Regt against the Apaches at Cedar Pass, Arizona Territory, 10/4/1881.


1st U.S. Cavalry Regiment This Cavalry revolver is marked "1st REGT." Kopec believes it might have been used by the 1st U.S. Cav Regt against the Apaches at Cedar Pass, Arizona Territory, 10/4/1881.


1st U.S. Cavalry Regiment This Cavalry revolver is marked "1st REGT." Because of other similarly marked revolvers in the 61K serial number range, Kopec believes it might have been used by the 1st U.S. Cav Regt against the Apaches at Cedar Pass, Arizona Territory, 10/4/1881.


James, Jesse This Frontier revolver was reportedly owned by Jesse James. He may have acquired it during the robbery of the military payroll at Muscle Shoals, AL in 1881. His son gave it to a friend & it later found it's way into the possession of Missouri Senator Harry B. Hawes. In 1939 it was displayed at the World's Fair in NY.

1880 61306 The Guns of Jesse James & His Mother, 4/3/14. It is cuurently on display at the Frazier Musem in Louisville, KY

Museum Holdings This SAA is in the collection of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. It was donated by Brian P. and Ann A. McDonald. It is .45 Caliber, 5" barrel, "U.S." marked, with a cylinder with no. 1271 on it.








2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. I, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.

























This Artillery revolver was assigned to Jroy O. Wisenberg, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898 .




Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by W.E. Guthrie, a cattleman involved in this conflict.

1881 63501 Cochran & "Major Wolcott's List - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.

OK Corral Centennial This gun was auctioned off by the City of Tombstone, AZ on the 100th Anniversary of the OK Corral gunfight.


Mexican National Copper Co. Records show this SAA was owned by the Mexican National Copper Co.


Hart, William S. This SAA was owned by William S. Hart. He was a well known silent film actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He is remembered as a foremost western star of the silent era.


Fraser, Alexander This Frontier model revolver reportedly belonged to Alexander Fraser (1859-1922), the superintendent of bridges and buildings for the San Joaquin division of the Southern Pacific Railroad in California.

1881 66046 Rock Island Auction House

Lawman in the Indian Territory

An unidentified lawman in the Indian territory was killed while holding this gun. The hammer was repaired where it was struck by a bullet. It is on display at the Ralph Foster Museum, the College of the Ozarks, MO.


Smith, Clair This SAA was owned by Clair Smith, who was a Deputy US Marshal.


Horn, Tom This SAA was owned by Tom Horn. He was an Indian scout & lawman who became a hired gun & assassin. This SAA is inscribed "Tom Horn Scout Det., 3rd US Cavalry, San Carlos Dept. of Arizona 1882."

1881 66306 Daniel Cullity Authentication Letter

McCutcheon, B. J. This SAA was owned by B. J. McCutcheon. He was a cattle rancher who was in a gunfight while serving on a pose led by a Texas Ranger. This exploit has been recounted in at least two books about the Texas Rangers.






Edwards, Rusty This Frontier model revolver is in Edwards' collection of historical firearms.

1881 67630 Gun Forum

Prussian government for evaluation

This SAA was among 12 single action revolvers shipped to Stuttgart, Germany on 5/26/1881 for evaluation. It was chambered for the .44 S&W Russian cartridge.




























1881 6824? "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran







Hardin, John Wesley This SAA was owned by John Wesley Hardin, who was a notorious gunfighter & killer that many consider the deadliest man in the Old West.


Goodnight, Charles This SAA was owned by Charles Goodnight, a former Texas Ranger & Cattle Baron. The movie "Lonesome Dove" was based on his life.

1881 69125 Colt Factory Letter

Dodge, Fred J., (Used by Earp, Wyatt)

This SAA was owned by Capt. Fred J. Dodge. He loaned it to Wyatt Earp, who carried it during the manhunt for "Curly Bill" Brocius in March 1882. This gun is at the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum in Los Angeles, CA

1881 69562 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran. This gun is at the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum in Los Angeles, CA.

U.S. Treasury Department This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the US Treasury Department.


3rd US Cavalry & later US Interor Department

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Co. B, 3rd US Cavalry on 10/1881. It was subsequently reassigned to the US Interior Dept. It bears the mark "U.S.I.D."


James, Jesse This SAA was owned by Jesse James, a legendary outlaw, bank & train robber, guerrilla & leader of the James–Younger Gang.

1881 70579 Pictured in the book "The Peacemaker Arms & Adventures in the American West."





NY Militia This SAA was assigned to the NY State Militia.

1881 70929 Kopec Letter & Colt Forum

11th US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop C, 11th US Volunteer Cavalry on 08/08/1900.




11th US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop E, 11th US Volunteer Cavalry. It was reported lost on 02/25/1900.










National Firearms Museum Martially marked SAA that had the barrel shortened to artillery length. It was subsequently assigned during Spanish American War.


Clum, John Philip This Frontier model SA was owned by John P. Clum. He was an Indian agent & helped capture Geronimo. Later, he was the editor of the Tombstone Epitaph & Mayor of Tombstone.










Hardin, John Wesley This SAA was owned by John Wesley Hardin, a notorious gunfighter & killer who many consider the deadliest man in the Old West.

1882 73729 Book: Cowboys, Cops, Killers, and Ghosts: Legends and Lore in Texas. Court Records

Indian Police. This Cavalry revolver was inspected by military inspectors but lacks the "U.S." marking on the frame. It is believed to have been assigned to Indian Police.


TV Prop Gun This SAA has the "S" mark used by Stembridge Gun Rental Co. Records show that this is one of the prop guns used by James Arness as Matt Dillon on the popular TV show "Gunsmoke."

1882 74056 Stembride Gun Rental Co. records. This gun was ipart of the estate of Nevada media Mogul James E. Rogers

Movie Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Kevin Costner in “Silverado.”

1882 75159 Little John's Auction Service Catalog, 6/5/2007

Masterson, Bat This SAA was owned by Bat Masterson, who was a buffalo hunter, Indian fighter, civilian scout for the US Army, gunfighter, and lawman. Masterson special ordered this gun from the Colt factory.

1882 76470 Masterson's letter to Colt, and Colt Factory Records.

Cody, William F. aka "Buffalo Bill "

This SAA was owned by "Buffalo Bill" Cody. He was an Army scout, entertainer & showman.

1882 77234 Heritage Auctions has the documentation

First Sheriff's Model Revolver This serial number was placed on the first Sheriff's model revolver produced by the Colt factory. This gun was shipped on 2/25/1882.


Movie Prop Gun This Frontier model was owned by Ellis Mercantile & House of Props (later renamed Ellis Props & Graphics). It has their mark, a letter "E", stamped on the frame, trigger guard & on both grips.

1882 77505 Info about Ellis stamping the letter "E" on their prop guns is from an article written by gun expert Phil Spangenberger.



TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Henry Darrow in the popular TV series “High Chaparral.”


Movie Prop Gun This engraved Colt SAA reportedly belonged to actor Johnny "Mack" Brown. Brown appeared in several westerns made during the 1930s.




LaRue, Alred "Lash" This Colt Frontier revolver was owned by "Lash" LaRue, a popular western motion picture star of the 1940s and 1950s

1882 80606 This gun is accompanied by a notarized letter signed by LaRue stating “Enjoy My Colt, it has my Trademark Stag Grips.”









Keith, Elmer This SAA belonged to Elmer Keith. Keith was an Idaho rancher, firearms enthusiast, and author. He was instrumental in the development of the first magnum revolver cartridge.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was reportedly owned by the NY Militia.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Sgt. Schuyler C. Morgan, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




James Gang A plaque displayed below this gun at the museum says "Emmett James." We believe this to be a mistake and should refer to Emmett Dalton, a member of the James Gang.


Allee, Alfred Y. This Frontier revolver belonged to late 19th century Texas lawman Alfred Y. Allee. In 1882, he became Deputy Sheriff of Karnes County (San Antonio area). The backstrap is inscribed: "A.Y. ALLEE".

1882 82483 Heritage Auctions





2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. K, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.




15th Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps

This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 15th Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps during 1898.








8th US Cavalry This SAA belonged to Troop C, 8th US Cavalry as of 8/5/1889. During the Indian Wars, this regiment saw action in New Mexico, South Dakota, and Montana.


Dalton, Emmett This SAA belonged to Emmett Dalton. He was an outlaw, train robber & member of the Dalton Gang. He participated in the ill-fated robbery of two banks in Coffeyville, KS. He survived despite receiving 23 gunshot wounds.














Kentucky Militia This is the first, and so far the only Kentucky marked U.S. Cavalry revolver ever observed by noted Colt expert John Kopec. It has a unique oval cartouche with the word "Kentucky" on the right grip panel.

1882 84044 Article, "An Interesting Discovery, A Kentucky Militia Issued U.S. Cavalry Revolver" by John Kopec, The Texas Gun Collector, Spring 2019.








South Carolina Militia This Cavalry revolver was owned by the South Carolina Militia.


Hardin, John Wesley This SAA belonged to John Wesley Hardin. Hardin was a notorious gunfighter & killer who many consider the deadliest man in the Old West.

1882 84304 Book: Cowboys, Cops, Killers, and Ghosts: Legends and Lore in Texas. Court Records





South Carolina Militia This Cavalry revolver was owned by the South Carolina Militia.




Movie Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Steve McQueen in “The Magnificent Seven” (United Artists 1961).








Gosling, Harold L. Harold L. Gosling reportedly gave this SAA to another U/I US Marshal. Gosling attended the US Naval Academy, studied law in Washington, and owned a newspaper in Texas. He was appointed US Marshal for the Western District of Texas in 1884. On 2/21/1885 he was murdered while transporting two prisoners.

1882 84857 James D. Julia Auction House. Left grip is inscribed in period script “M.H.W / Deputy US Marshal / Presented by / Hal. Gosling / US Marshal Tex.”

Starr, Myra, aka "Belle Starr" This Artillery revolver belonged to notorious female outlaw "Belle Starr." She associated with the James–Younger Gang and other outlaws. She was fatally shot in 1889 in a case that remains unsolved.

1883 85272 Records maintained by the Springfield Arsenal Museum, Springfield, MA

Goodbrod, Albert J. This SAA reportedly belonged to Albert J. Goodbrod, who was born in Germany and served in the Union Army during the Civil War. After the war, he moved to Union, Oregon and served three terms as city marshal.

1883 85699 James D. Julia Auction House

John Kills A Hundred This Cavalry revolver was owned by John Kills A Hundred, a Lakota Sioux Warrior born in 1848. In 1879, he was one of the first men to join the Police Force at the Pine Ridge Indian Agency.

1883 85949 The revolver was authenticated by historian and Togia language expert Wendell Grangaard of The Guns of History, Inc.

US Interior Department This SAA evolver has the initials "U.S.I.S./RAC" stamped on it. Cochran speculated this could stand for the United States Indian Service, an element of the US Interior Dept.


Masterson, Bat This SAA belonged to Bat Masterson, a well-known Indian fighter, lawman & gunfighter.






Revolver used to commit a murder in the Indian Territory

This Frontier model revolver was used in a murder in the Indian Territory. The murderer, J. Sprole, was tracked down by Deputy US Marshal John Williams and returned to Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was convicted by the hanging judge, Isaac Parker, and hanged 7/23/1886.

1883 89678 Story recounted in James Julia Auction Catalog based on records from the archives of the district court, western district of Arkansas, Fort Smith division.

Civilian Peacemaker Altered to Artillery Configeration

Kopec & Fenn report that this civilian Peacemaker revolver was "caught up" in the "artillerization" effort and ended up altered to this configuration.


10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver (without the U.S. marking) was assigned to LT W. T. Johnston of the 10th US Cavalry, a black unit composed of men that the Indians called "Buffalo Soldiers." Note: Kopec & Fenn report that this was a civilian Peacemaker model that was later altered to the Artillery configuration.

1883 91791 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran & page 95, "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn




This Artillery revolver was assigned to Michael Hogan and later William W. O'Dell, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to blacksmith Charles A. Nehmer, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


Roosevelt, Theodore "Teddy" This SAA was owned by Teddy Roosevelt. He was a cowboy, soldier, and President of the United States.










Hoxie, Jack This SAA was owned by Jack Hoxie. He was a rodeo performer & motion picture actor whose career was most prominent in the silent film era of the 1910s through the 1930s.


























32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry as of 07/26/1899.









32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Charles Reeves of the 32nd US Volunteer Infantry (Mounted) during the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902).


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry as of 07/26/1899.


















This Artillery revolver was assigned to George H. McCarthy, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.












NRA Museum Gun This Cavalry revolver is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It is in pristine condition.




32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to an unidentified soldier assigned to horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Captain Watson, Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898. It is listed on a company inventory report dated 7/20/1899. A copy appears in referenced article.


1st US Cavalry & then 2nd US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was issued to Troop G, 1st US Cavalry on 03/03/1891. It was altered to Artillery configuration in 1898 and assigned to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/17/1900.

1883 93547 "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992 & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn




This Artillery revolver was assigned to Percy A. Geiger, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


1st US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 1st US Cavalry as of 03/03/1891.




5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, das of 09/29/1898.


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to the horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Joseph R. Adkins, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


















1st US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 1st US Cavalry in 1891.






32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Charles Reeves, Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899. Reeves served during the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902). He was involved in one of the last horse charges made by troops carrying .45 SAA revolvers.




1st US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop G, 1st US Cavalry in 1891.






1883 94287 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Gary Hendershott Collection

2nd US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Cavalry as of 1894.



This Artillery revolver was issued to John B. Wylie, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


Government of West Virginia This Cavalry revolver was issued to the government of West Virginia on 08/25/1885.






Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines

This Artillery revolver was used during the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902). Cochran says it was part of a 54 gun shipment to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines. He adds this gun was reported stolen.

1883 94560 "US Cavalry Colts, An Alternate Theory of Use" by Stephen J. Perry, Man At Arms Magazine, Nov/Dec 1992 & "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by one of the participants of this conflict.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to David R. Miller. Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898.







This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. M, 1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry during 1898.






West Virginia Militia This gun was among 44 Cavalry Model Colt revolvers sent to the WV Militia between 1875 & 1889.








Wyoming Artillery This Artillery revolver was issued to Battery A, Wyoming Artillery during 1898.


TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Henry Darrow as “Monolito” in the “High Chaparral” TV series.






West Virginia Militia This was among 44 Cavalry Model Colt revolvers sent to the WV Militia between 1875 & 1889.

1883 95330 Cochran-3

West Virginia Militia This Cavalry revolver was among 44 guns sent to the WV Militia between 1875 & 1889.

1883 95335 Cochran-3

Government of West Virginia This Cavalry revolver was issued to the Government of West Virginia on 08/25/1885.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to George H. Quigg, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898.




NJ Militia This revolver was assigned to the New Jersey Militia.


Nelson, William, Major This SAA was part of a two gun set (the other SN: 111471) shipped by Colt to William Nelson on 9/30/1884. Nelson grew up in Evansville, IN. As a young man he moved to Oklahoma territory. He was a court clerk and became involved in real estate.

1883 95521 Colt Letter & Leroy Merz auction house listing


This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.


2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was issued to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/22/1900.






NJ Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the New Jersey Militia.


6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop B, 6th US Cavalry as of 06/07/1889.


Kinman, Greg, AKA "Hickok45" This Cavalry revolver is owned by YouTube shooting sensation "Hickok45." It has appeared in at least one of his popular shooting videos.

1883 95758 Hickok45 YouTube Channel


This Artillery revolver was assigned to William A. Fennell, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.


West Virginia Militia This was among 44 Cavalry Model Colt revolvers sent to the WV Militia between 1875 & 1889.


Philippine Insurrection This Artillery revolver was assigned to a member of the horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection.




32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to a member of the horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.


Government of Virginia Militia This Cavalry revolver was issued to the government of West Virginia on 08/25/1885.


Government of Virginia Militia This Cavalry revolver was issued to the government of West Virginia on 08/25/1885.


NJ Militia Revolver This Cavalry revolver was used by the NJ Militia. The barrel is stamped "N.J." on the left side.


Colt "Buy-Back" Revolver This Cavalry revolver was issued to a State Militia prior to being re-sold to Colt, who disposed of it through the civilian market.




Indian Scout Revolver This is a US Army revolver with 7.5" barrel that was reportedly used by Indian Scouts serving with the US Cavalry. This is more realistically a Colt "Buy-Back" revolver that was nickel-plated by Colt prior to being sold on the civilian market.


Colt "Buy-Back" Revolver This Cavalry revolver was issued to the WV Militia prior to being re-sold to Colt, who disposed of it through the civilian market.




1st Illinois Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. E, 1st Illinois Volunteer Infantry on 09/29/1898.





Colt "Buy-Back" Revolver This Cavalry revolver was delivered to the U.S. Ordnance Dept. in 1883. In 1885, it was likely issued to the WV Militia prior to being re-sold to Colt, who shipped it to Liddle & Kaeding in San Francisco, CA in 1887.

1883 96041 Kopec Letter & Colt Factory Letter

NJ Militia This revolver was assigned to the New Jersey Militia.










West Virginia Militia This Cavalry revolver was among 44 other guns sent to the WV Militia between 1875 & 1889.






NRA Museum Gun This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It was assigned to an unidentified 7th US Cavalry soldier in 1883 (after the Battle of the Little Big Horn). According to Kopec & Fenn, it was later altered to the Artillery configuration and re-assigned to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry in 1898.

1883 96239 NRA Museum & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn

7th US Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry on 03/14/1888.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 07/25/1898.


7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop L, 7th US Cavalry in 1888.










Wells Fargo & Co. This SAA was marked W.F.& Co. 1883 96520 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran

Poe, John W. This SAA was owned by John W. Poe, a lawman who was with Pat Garrett when he killed "Billy the Kid."





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Joseph B. Crockett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




Philippine Island Police This SAA was assigned to the Philippine Island Police as of 7/16/1901.





American Express Co. This gun was owned by the American Express Company.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Mike Shonsey, a range detective involved in this conflict.

1883 97587 Article entitled "Major Wolcott's List - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by S. S. Tucker, a Texan involved with this conflict.


Relic Handgun This Colt SAA revolver with a 5.5" barrel was found during the 1980s in a burned out trapper's cabin in Saskatchewan, Canada. It had been in a fire and is in relic condition.














1st Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders" during the Spanish-American War and 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection

This Artillery revolver was assigned to Samuel G. Hopkins, Co. C, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka "the Rough Riders" during the Spanish American War. He continued to use it while serving as a LT in the 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during the Philippine Insurrection. Hopkins bought this SAA when he left the service.

1883 98143 "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992. NOTE: In at least two places in the same article, Hopkins' Colt is shown as 98148.


This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl. Hiram T. Brown, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




Robinson, William Sherod, aka "Ben Wheeler"

This Frontier model revolver was owned by "Ben Wheeler," a former lawman who became an outlaw bank robber.

1883 98216 True West Magazine


This Artillery revolver was assigned to USG Morgan, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders"

This Artillery revolver was issued to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.









This Artillery model revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Frank Temple, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."


Donated to US Navy This Artillery revolver was donated to the US Navy on 05/05/1943.


Owned by two Texas Lawmen This Colt revolver was reportedly given to Sheriff W.H. Lewis of Moore County, TX by Sheriff Jim East of Oldham County, TX sometime after 07/05/1892.

1883 99516 Newspaper Article "Former Panhandle Sheriff Recounts Tales" Los Angeles County, circa 1937.

TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was one of the guns used by actor Lorne Greene as “Ben Cartwright” in the Bonanza TV series.


Frazier Museum This Colt Cavalry revolver is on display at the Frazier Museum in Louisville, KY. The gun's history is unknown.

1883 99749 Frazier Museum



Holliday, John Henry, aka "Doc Holliday"

This SAA was owned by "Doc" Holliday, a dentist turned gunfighter. He was a close friend of Wyatt Earp & was with him during the gunfight at the OK Corral in Tombstone, AZ.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by F. H. Laberteaux, a cattleman involved in this conflict.


Seized Along the Mexican Border

This Cavalry revolver was seized along the Mexican Border on 01/07/1924.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by F. DeBillier, a cattleman involved in this conflict.

1884 103825 Cochran & an article entitled "Major Wolcott'sList - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.



Winchester Repearing Arms Co.

This Frontier model revolver has "W.R.A." engraved in script on top of the 7.5" barrel. It is speculated that this revolver was presented to a Winchester official.

1884 106863 Guns International

Texas Ranger This engraved Peacemaker was reportedly owned by a Texas Ranger who moved to Wyoming and became a local sheriff. It was featured during a 2018 edition of Antiques Road Show.

1884 107187 Antiques Road Show

Gun Found Hidden in Old Courthouse

This .45 Colt SAA was discovered during the remodeling of the Nye County Courthouse in Tonopah, Nevada in 1956 by Sheriff Bill Thomas.

1884 107875 Cowan's Auctions

Movie/TV Prop Gun This Peacemaker is marked "EEE" above the serial number on the frame. This mark shows that it was once owned by Ellis Props & Graphics, a company that provided guns for movies & TV programs.


Wells Fargo Co. This Frontier model is accompanied with a gun-belt with monogramed presentation shield marked "Wells Fargo, Co. Express 1893." The gun and belt were reportedly owned by Wells Fargo Special Agent Bradley, who worked in Huron, SD.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by L. H.Parker, a cattleman involved in this conflict.


Masterson, Bat This SAA was owned by Bat Masterson, a prominent lawman, gambler, saloon keeper and sports writer of the American West.


27th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. K, 27th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by W.S. Davis, a range detective involved in this conflict.


27th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. K, 27th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


Turney, James This revolver was owned by lawman James Turney. In 1909, he became the City Marshal of Altus, Oklahoma. Later, he served as the Chief of Police of Lockney, TX. He left law enforcement after being stabbed by a criminal that he was transporting.


Movie Prop in the movie "Shane"

This Colt revolver was carried by actor Jack Palance in the 1953 motion picture "Shane."

1884 110108 Owned by Al Frisk, Hollywood Guns & Props

Coates, Fred W. This SAA allegedly belonged to Sheriff Fred W. Coates of Sundance, Wyoming during the Johnson County Range War. It was featured on an episode of History Channel's Pawn Stars.

1884 110935 Documentation includes a letter from Coates' granddaughter.

Bryant, Robert Edward "Jack" This SAA was owned by "Jack" Bryant, an El Paso Deputy Sheriff & later a Texas Ranger involved in the "Battle of Tres Jacales." This was an Old West gunfight that occurred 6/30/1893.

1884 111323 Frazier Museum, Louisville, KY

Nelson, William, Major This SAA was part of a two gun set (the other SN: 95521) shipped by Colt to William Nelson on 9/30/1884. Nelson grew up in Evansville, IN. As a young man he moved to Oklahoma territory. He was a court clerk and became involved in real estate.

1884 111471 Colt Letter & Leroy Merz listing

Langham, Thomas H. This SAA revolver was reportedly presented to Thomas H. Langham, Chief of Police, Beaumont, Texas on his 25th anniversary with the department.

1884 111560 Signed memo dated 1995 documenting the gun's ownership from Langham's widow, thru the family of R.C. Dod, to Collector's Firearms, Inc.



Hart, Samuel Lombard This SAA was owned by Samuel L. Hart. He moved to Tombstone, AZ in 1880 and opened a gun shop. He moved from Tombstone to Tucson in 1890 and died in 1893.




Hughes, Charles Evans This SAA was owned by Charles Evans Hughes. Hughes was the US Secretary of State when western film star Harry Cary gave him this Colt revolver.


North Carolina Militia Historian and Colt firearms researcher John A. Kopec found this Cavalry revolver was probably assigned to the North Carolina Militia. It hasn't been altered and remains in its original Cavalry configuration.


Hart, Samuel Lombard This SAA was owned by Samuel L. Hart. He moved to Tombstone, AZ in 1880 and opened a gun shop. He moved from Tombstone to Tucson in 1890 and died in 1893.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It was inspected by Frank Heath. It may have been altered to Artillery configuration.









Lindley, Louis Burton, Jr., aka "Slim Pickens"

This gun was owned by "Slim Pickens," a rodeo performer and film and television character actor. Parts of this gun have SN: 2415.







Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Alex Hamilton, a Texan involved in this conflict.






Masterson, Bat This SAA was owned by Bat Masterson, a prominent lawman, gambler, saloon keeper and sports writer of the American West.

1884 112737 "The Peacemakers" by R.L.Wilson



Autry, Gene This SAA was owned by Gene Autry. He was a performer who gained fame as a singing cowboy on the radio, in movies, and on television for more than three decades beginning in the early 1930s. In 1985, he presented this SAA to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.




Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Alex Hamilton, a Texan involved in this conflict.




NJ Militia This cavalry model Colt revolver was used by the NJ Militia.










Doolin-Dalton Gang This SAA belonged to an unidentified member of the infamous Doolin-Dalton Gang. This gang specialized in robbing banks, trains, and stagecoaches in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas during the 1890s.
















NJ Militia This Cavalry revolver was owned by the NJ Militia. It has the letters "NJ" stamped on the barrel.

1884 113219 "A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore




This Artillery revolver was assigned Samuel P McCullogh, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


NJ Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the NJ Militia.











This Artillery revolver was assigned to Edwin H. Miller, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


South Carolina Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the South Carolina Militia.


NJ Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the NJ Militia. The barrel is marked "N.J."






















5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry as of 09/29/1898.


5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry during 1898.











This Artillery revolver was assigned to Antonio Larson, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


Artillery Revolver with 7 /12" Barrel

This Artillery revolver has a 7 1/2" barrel and serial numbers on sub-components that match the frame.


3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver was issued to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps during 1898.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Elias M. Littleton, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.












5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to the Band, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry as of 09/29/1898.







This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to 2LT David J. Leahy, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."












6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. B, 6th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Louis Larsen, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.



1883 114418 "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn & Springfield Research Service.










This Artillery revolver was assigned to Louis Larsen, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898. This was the 2nd gun assigned to this soldier.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to William J. Love, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.






Sheriff of Crawford, Nebraska in the late 1880s

This is a factory engraved SAA .45 that was shown on PBS' Antiques Road Show.

1885 114678 Antiques Road Show Web Site

Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps

This Artillery revolver was issued to the 15th Co., Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps during 1898.


2nd US Cavalry & later NY Militia

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop B, 2nd US Cavalry as of 6/26/1890. In 1895, it became the property of the NY Militia



This Artillery revolver was issued to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.














2d US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop B, 2nd US Cavalry as of 6/26/1890.









This Artillery revolver was issued to the 1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry during 1898.











This Artillery revolver was assigned to Stewart R. Price, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It was inspected by Frank Heath. It remains in the Cavalry configuration with matching serial numbers.








This Artillery model Colt revolver was carried up San Juan Hill and Kettle Hill by Trooper Louis G. Bishop of Troop G, Ist US Volunteer Cavalry (Roosevelt's Rough Riders). It is on display at the National Firearms Museum.

1885 115061 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & NRA Museum


This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to John V. Morrison, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."

1885 115062 Springfield Arsenal Museum Collection Record

2d US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to CPT Rawolle, Troop B, 2d US Cavalry as of 06/26/1890. In 1886, this unit was charged with preventing Indians from crossing the border from Canada and protecting settlers in Montana and Wyoming.

1885 115067 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran, & Springfield Research Service.











2d US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to CPT Rawolle, Co. B, 2d US Cavalry, as of 06/26/1890. In 1886, this unit was charged with preventing Indians from crossing the border from Canada and protecting settlers in Montana and Wyoming.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Sgt John V. Morrison, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.












1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders" & later the 5th US Artillery

This Artillery revolver was assigned to Hayes Donnelly, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898. Colt shipped it on 2/20/1901 to Battery D, 5th US Artillery at Fort Sheridan, IL.

1885 115195 "Guns of the Rough Riders, Part I, Colt SAA Revolvers" by Franklin B. Mallory, Man At Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1989, and page 122 of "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn






















NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the NY Militia on 11/09/1903.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank P. Miller, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Samuel Miller, Troop H, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was issued to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/22/1900.



















This Artillery revolver was assigned to Lee Sennett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


41st US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. I, 41st US Volunteer Infantry on 10/17/1900.








10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was issued to the 10th US Cavalry as of 07/18/1892.








TV Prop Gun This Colt SAA was used by actor Gene Barry during the TV series "Bat Masterson."

1885 115692 Wesley D. Tibbals & Jay T. Tibbals Collection










This Artillery revolver was assigned to Oscar W. Groves, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was used by Troop D, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/19/1880. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was used by the 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 10/26/1892.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Edward A. Ewell, Troop H, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois This Artillery revolver was issued to the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois on 05/10/1887. On 06/25/1892 it was shipped to Fort McKinney, Wyoming.








8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was used by the 8th US Cavalry. It was reported stolen on 10/26/1892.

























8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver belonged to Troop D, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/19/1890. During the Indian Wars, this regiment saw action in New Mexico, South Dakota, and Montana.





This Artillery model SAA was reportedly used by Colton Reed, a trooper in Co. K, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry aka the "Rough Riders."

1885 116152 RIA Auction Catalog



Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by K. Pickard, a Texan involved in this conflict.


Arsenal Test & Evaluation Gun This Cavalry revolver was used by the Frankford Arsenal as an ammunition test gun on 3/9/1903.












4th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. D, 4th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.







This Artillery revolver was issued to the Band, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.

















This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to the 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.









This Artillery revolver was carried by a soldier assigned to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders." The left grip bears the inscription "Santiago De Cuba 1898."












Museum Collection This Artillery revolver is in the collection of the Springfield Arsenal Museum in Springfield, MA.

1885 116673 Springfield Arsenal Museum Collection Record




This Artillery revolver was assigned to trumpeter Clarence J. Underwood, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to George D. Alexis, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.






10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was used by the 10th US Cavalry as of 07/18/1892.








10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was used by the 10th US Cavalry as of 07/18/1892.




Doolin, Bill; Dalton, Emmett; Harrah, Bill; & Skelton, Red

This SAA revolver allegedly belonged to outlaw Bill Doolin, who gave it to outlaw, Emmett Dalton. Dalton then gave it to W. Parker Lyon to put in a museum collection. After Lyon died the revolver passed to Nevada casino owner Bill Harrah, who then gave it to his friend Red Skelton, a popular American entertainer.

1886 117089 This gun was consigned to the Rock Island Auction House by the family of entertainer Red Skelton. It is accompanied with photos and a letter signed by Emmett Dalton.



Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by J. C. Johnson, a Texan involved in this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by J. A.Garrett, a Texan involved in this conflict.


Kilpatrick, Ben This gun belonged to Ben Kilpatrick who was a member of Butch Cassidy's "Wild Bunch" Outlaw Gang.

1886 118933 "Gunsmoke and Saddle Leather: Firearms in the Nineteenth-Century American West" by Charles Worman





Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Fred Fornoff, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.
















Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890..




Post Office Department & 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. After being altered to the Artillery configuration, it was issued to Co. C, 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver issued to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.


4th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. D, 4th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


Post Office Department - Later Altered to Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Post Office in 1890, and altered to Artillery configuration in 1901.


Post Office Department & 5th US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office on 11/11/1890. After being altered to the Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Battery D, 5th US Artillery at Fort Sheridan, IL, on 2/20/1901.












Post Office Department & 5th US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. After being altered to the Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Battery D, 5th US Artillery at Fort Sheridan, IL, on 02/20/1901.




Georgia Militia This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Georgia Militia.










32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to the horse-mounted Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.


























Post Office Department - Later Altered to Artillery & Later the 5th US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Post Office in 1890, and altered to Artillery configuration in 1901. Colt shipped it on 2/20/1901 to Battery D, 5th US Artillery at Fort Sheridan, IL.




















1st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry

This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 1st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry as of 09/13/1898.






























NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the NY Militia.














Railway Mail Service According to National Archives records, this Colt Single Action revolver was assigned to the Railway Mail Service. It was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890.

1887 119707 National Archives records & Kopec Letter

Railway Mail Service According to National Archives records, this Colt Single Action revolver was assigned to the Railway Mail Service. It was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890.

1887 119720 National Archives records & Kopec Letter















Post Office Department 7 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Post Office in 1890, and altered to Artillery configuration in 1898. After this, it was re-issued to the Band, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.












Post Office Department & 32nd US Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. on 07/26/1899 it was re-issued in Artillery configuration to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry.
























3rd US Volunteer Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry as of 09/01/1883.


6th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. B, 6th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.















1887 119845 "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992, & Springfield Research Service.


















This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. It was altered to Artillery configuration in 1898.


















Post Office Department & 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. It was altered to the Artillery configuration and issued to Co. C, 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry during 1898.











This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department and altered to Artillery configuration in 1903.




4th VA Regiment The bottom of the grip strap on this SAA carries the engraved name Col. G.W. Taylor. The back strap is engraved 4th Va. Regt. Colonel Taylor was the commander of the 4th Va. during the Spanish-American War.

1887 119926 This revolver is featured on page #145 of John Kopec's book "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study"



Post Office Department & 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the post Office Department on 11/11/1890. It was altered to the Artillery configuration and re-issued to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.
















Post Office Department & 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. After it was altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-assigned to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry in 1899.

1887 119950 "Historical Artillery Colts of the Philippine Insurrection" by Dr. John J. Kudlik, Man at Arms Magazine, Jan/Feb 1992 & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research Service.

Post Office Department & Wyoming Artillery Regiment

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post office department on 11/11/1890. after being altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Battery A, Wyoming Artillery Regiment during 1899.




Post Office Department The Post Office Department reported this gun as stolen on 12/29/1888. No other details are available.


































6th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Captain Anderson of the 6th US Cavalry. This unit took part in the Indian Wars and the 1892 Johnson County War in Wyoming. Additionally, this regiment was sent to Cuba during the Spanish–American War and took part in the battle for San Juan Hill alongside of Teddy Roosevelt's "Rough Riders."








Post Office Department The Post Office Department reported this gun stolen. No other details are available.




Post Office Department The US Post Office reported this gun lost on 04/16/1888.














Post Office Department This Cavalry revolver was reported lost by the Post Office on 04/16/1888. They apparently found it, because on 11/11/1890 they turned it in.













This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to saddler Leo G. Rogers, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Charles D. Casad, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




Post Office Department & 1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. After being altered to the Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Co. M, 1st Territorial Volunteer Infantry during 1898.
















1st Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry

This Artillery revolver was issued to the 1st Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry during 1898.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to trumpeter Robert E. Lea, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.








Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by D. E.Brooke, aka "The Texas Kid," who was a Texan involved in this conflict.























Post Office Department This Artillery revolver was received from the Band, 5th US Volunteer Infantry on 09/29/1898.




10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 10th US Cavalry as of 07/18/1892.








1st Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry

This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. L, 1st Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry during 1898.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Thomas P. Dolan, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.






































3rd US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop D, 3rd US Volunteer Cavalry as of 08/13/1898.
























This Artillery revolver was assigned to Howard G. Young, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.










10th US Cavalry & 2nd US Artillery

This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 10th US Cavalry as of 1892. After it was altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/17/1900.










Post Office Department 7 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry

This Cavalry revolver was turned in by the Post Office Department on 11/11/1890. After it was altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.



This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Post Office in 1890, and altered to Artillery configuration in 1898.




















10th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop F, 10th US Cavalry as of 1892.














NY Militia This Artillery revolver was assigned to the NY Militia.















This Artillery revolver was assigned to Sgt James S. Cate, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl William J. Nehmer, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



John Kopec felt it is likely this Artillery revolver was assigned in 1898 to the 1st Volunteer Cavalry, also known as the "Rough Riders."


Railway Mail Service This Cavalry revolver was owned by the Railway Mail Service. The Post Office department turned it in on 11/11/1890.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to U.S.G. Morgan, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898. See Sn: 98223.










7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 7th US Cavalry as of 1/26/1891. The records at Springfield Research Service contains the note: "Train Wreck."



















This Artillery revolver was assigned to Michael Saville, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




NY Cavalry This revolver was used by the NY Cavalry, which was a state militia unit.


7th US Cavalry (Wounded Knee) & 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders"

This Cavalry revolver was used by the 7th US Cavalry at Wounded Knee, 12/29/1890. After it was altered to Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Arthur T. Anderson, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the NY Militia.
























7th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop C, 7th US Cavalry as of 01/10/1891. The Springfield Research Service record includes the phrase "Train Wreck."



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Archibald Petty, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry as of 06/20/1898.








7th US Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop C, 7th US Cavalry as of 1891.




32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Cavalry revolver was issued to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.
















1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to John McCoy, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.






Wells Fargo & Co. This gun was marked W.F.& Co. 1887 121210 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran


Younger, Cole This gun reportedly belonged to outlaw Cole Younger. Younger was a Confederate guerrilla during the American Civil War and later an outlaw leader with the James–Younger Gang.


Colt Factory Office This revolver was sent to the Colt Factory Office, possibly to be given to a government purchasing agent or other official.


Texas State Penitentiary This SAA was used by law enforcement personnel at the Texas State Penitentiary.


Rogers, Roy According to a notarized letter, this SAA revolver was given to Rogers by a film studio when he started making motion pictures. Rogers reportedly gave it to his friend Newt Bass.

1887 124400 Notarized letter from Grady Sanders dated 6/21/2004, stating Roy Rogers gifted this gun to Newt Bass, a neighbor and life-long friend of Roy Rogers.

Bianchi, John This gun was owned by John Bianchi, the famous holster maker & gun collector. He sold it in 2014.

1888 125328 gunauction.com

Newman, John aka "Packer Jack"

This SAA belonged to "Packer Jack" Newman who was a well known slip shooter. Today, it is on display at the National Firearms Museum.


Hardin, John Wesley This SAA was owned by John Wesley Hardin., who was a notorious gunfighter & murderer. Many historians consider him to be the deadliest man in the Old West.


Powell, George, Dr. This SAA was a gift to Dr. George Powell from showman "Buffalo Bill" Cody.


TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used in the TV series "Annie Oakley."


Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

This gun has London proof marks that link it with the RCMP.


Logan, Harvey aka "Kid Curry" This Colt revolver was used by two members of Butch Cassidy's "Hole-in-the-Wall Gang." Harvey "Kid Curry" Logan acquired it. Later, he gave it to young "Wild Bunch" member William "Bill Kick" Darby.


Ketchum, Thomas E., aka "Black Jack"

This SAA was owned by "Black Jack" Ketchum. He was a cowboy who later turned to a life of crime. He was hung in 1901 for attempted train robbery.


TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Nick Adams in his television role as “Johnny Yuma” in “The Rebel."



Lower, John Prey This SAA was owned by John P. Lower, an Old West Colorado pioneer gunsmith & firearms retailer.


Movie Prop Gun This SAA was carried by actor Tom Berenger In the movie Butch & Sundance the Early Years. The frame & cylinder are both stamped with an (E) for Ellis.

1889 129159 Certificate of Authenticity from Ellis Props & Graphics, Hollywood.

Donated to the US Navy Records at the National Archives show that this Cavalry revolver was donated to the US Navy on 05/05/1943.


Browning Brothers This Colt Frontier revolver was shipped to the Browning Brothers on 09/05/1889.


Parker, Quanah This .45 caliber revolver was owned by Indian leader Quanah Parker. His name is engraved on the gun's backstrap. It is at the US Army Museum at Fort Sill, OK. (Catalog # 062.96.1)


Scarborough, George This SAA was owned by George Scarborough. He was a cowboy and lawman who lived during the time of the Wild West. He is best known for having killed outlaw John Selman, killer of John Wesley Hardin, and for his partnership with lawman Jeff Milton, with the pair bringing down several outlaws during their time together.



This Artillery revolver was assigned during 1898 to Co. E & F, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry.


TV Prop Gun This Frontier model revolver was used in several TV westerns including Bonanza, Gunsmoke & Maverick. It came from Stembridge Arsenal which was purchased by the Peterson Museum.

1890 130598 Cowan's Auctions



1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898 This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.


2nd Us Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery as of 10/17/1900.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Henry C. Rayburn, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.






8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Troop D, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/19/1890. Kopec & Fenn have the same revolver assigned to the NY Militia.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl Erickson M. Nichols, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Edward J. Spencer, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was used by the NY Militia. The number "320" is stamped on the left grip panel. The letter "A" is stamped on the right grip panel.








8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop D, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/19/1890. Kopec & Fenn show the same revolver being assigned to the NY Cavalry.


8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop D, 8th US Cavalry as of 05/19/1890.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank W. Cotton, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Morris J. Storms, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898. It was subsequently sent to the Philippines and became a Cebu Police issue revolver on 12/29/1900.

1890 131944 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & page 90, "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn, & Springfield Research Service.











8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to Troop D, 8th US Cavalry on 05/19/1890.















This Artillery revolver was assigned to William C. Andrews, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry as of 06/20/1898.









This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry as of 06/20/1898.




Wyoming Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to Battery A, Wyoming Artillery during 1898.


US Cavalry Colt SAA owned by COL Albert N. McClure (1874-1952)

This SAA was owned by Colonel Albert N. McClure who earned two Silver Stars for gallantry against insurgents in the Philippines in 1900.






NY Militia This Cavalry revolver was part of a group of 420 Pre-1895 Colts issued by the Ordnance Department to the NY Militia. This revolver was in the personal collection of John Kopec.

1890 132311 The Rampant Colt, Official Magazine of the Colt Collectors Association, Spring 2008





South Carolina Militia This gun has S.C. or a similar mark that indicates ownership by the SC militia. Note: Kopec & Fenn show that the "SC" may actually stand for Signal Corps, not South Carolina. Kopec & Fenn have this revolver assigned to the NY Militia.

1890 132336 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn





Shelby, Joseph Orville This Colt SAA was owned by Civil War CSA Major General & U.S. Marshal, Joseph Orville Shelby. The back strap is inscribed “Jo Shelby” over “U.S.M. 1893”

1890 132407 Authenticated by Eric Vaule & Ernest Bates












This Artillery revolver was assigned to John L. Twyman, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



The records of the Army's Adjutant General's Office show that this Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank F. Healey, Co. G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, on 06/20/1898.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Robert W. Denny, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank F. Healey, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.










NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "2-SC-53." This stands for 2nd Brigade, Signal Corps, Rack # 53."






10th Pennsylvania Infantry This Artillery revolver belonged to Colonel Alexander Hawkins, 10th Pennsylvania Infantry. He commanded this unit during the Philippine Insurrection from May 1898 until his death from disease in 1899.


Leyte Civil Police, Philippines This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the Leyte Civil Police in the Philippines on 12/31/1900.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl George M. Kerney, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


South Carolina Militia This gun has S.C. or a similar mark that indicates ownership by the SC militia. Kopec & Fenn have this revolver assigned to the NY Militia.




NY Militia & 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry

This Cavalry revolver was initially assigned to the NY Militia. After it was altered to the Artillery configuration, it was re-issued to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.

1890 133305 "A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore; and "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn



32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry as of 07/26/1899.














Earp, Wyatt This SAA was owned by Wyatt Earp. He was a famous lawman who served in Dodge City & Tombstone. He ordered this gun from Hartley & Graham on Jul 3, 1890.

1890 133674 J. Levine Auctions & Texas Gun Collector Magazine

Utah Light Artillery This Artillery revolver was issued to Battery A, Utah Light Artillery as of 04/07/1899.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to John Martin, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 6/20/1898. Cochran also shows this same revolver was assigned to Walter Hickey, in the same troop.


Arsenal Test & Evaluation Gun This SAA was one of six revolvers known to have been used for barrel shortening tests at one or more government arsenals on 04/9/1895 .


Aresenal Test & Evaluation Gun

This Cavalry revolver was used for a barrel shortening test at Springfield Arsenal on 04/09/1895.


32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/22/1900.




2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. I, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.


1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was issued to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.



Arsenal Test & Evaluation Gun This SAA was one of six revolvers known to have been used for barrel shortening tests at one or more government arsenals on 04/9/1895 .


2nd US Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was issued to Troop B, 2nd US Volunteer Cavalry 0n 07/20/1898.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by B. Wiley, a Texan involved in this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by J. D. Mynett, a Texan involved in this conflict.





This SAA was assigned to Henry C. Davis, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.




South Carolina Militia This gun has S.C. or a similar mark that indicates ownership by the SC militia. Kopec & Fenn have this revolver owned by the NY Militia.



















This Artillery revolver was assigned to Sherman Detweiler, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.













NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "2-SC-40." This stands for 2nd Brigade, Signal Corps, Rack # 40." Kopec & Fenn have this revolver owned by the NY Militia.


























Spanish-American War & Philippine Insurrection

After being altered to the Artillery configuration, this Colt SAA revolver likely saw service during the Spanish-American War and Philippine Insurrection. Following these conflicts, it was rebuilt at the Manila Arsenal in the Philippines.








8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was assigned to the 8th US Cavalry. They served in NV, OR, AZ, NM and TX during the Indian Wars between 1867 and 1888. Kopec & Fenn have this revolver owned by the NY Militia.




8th US Cavalry This Cavalry revolver was reported stolen by Troop K, 8th US Cavalry on 10/26/1892.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank W. Chopetal, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.


2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 2nd US Artillery as on 10/22/1900.





















3rd Colorado Signal Corps This Artillery revolver assigned to the 3rd Colorado Signal Corps during 1898.


4th US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. H, 4th US Volunteer Infantry during 1898.


8th US Cavalry Kopec states that records at the National Archives show that this SAA was assigned to the US 8th Cavalry at some time in the past.

1891 137900 Kopec Letter & records maintained at the National Archives












This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl Abraham L. Bainter, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.














1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry as of 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Frank C. Brito, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned 6/20/1898 to Joseph Brito, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders."






This Artillery revolver was issued to Co. L, 20th Kansas Volunteer Infantry during 1898.




This Artillery Revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment of Cavalry revolvers to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines. This gun was reported stolen.










NY Militia This SAA was used by the NY Militia 1891 138458 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran












1st Texas Artillery This Artillery revolver was reported stolen by the 1st Texas Artillery on 06/05/1900.







This Artillery revolver was assigned to Cpl William S. Sullivan, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to Charles Raulett, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.








2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver was assigned to Co. K, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers during 1898.




1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry duringb1898. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.




Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps

This Artillery revolver was assigned to the 15th Co., Colorado Volunteer Signal Corps.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Albert C. Bassage, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.













This Artillery revolver was assigned to Edward Pierce, Troop I, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.














Spanish American War This Artillery revolver was pictured in an article entitled "Colt SAA Artillery Model" that appeared in referenced publication.

1891 139403 American Rifleman Magazine, Jun 2006.


This Artillery revolver was assigned to Walter . Quinn, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





This Artillery revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment of Cavalry revolvers to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines. Kopec & Fenn say this gun was used at a government arsenal for barrel shortening tests.

1891 139544 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran, & page 99 of "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study" by Kopec & Fenn

Barrel Shortening Test at Springfield Arsenal











32nd US Volunteer Infantry This Artillery revolver was issued to Co E, 32nd US Volunteer Infantry on 07/26/1899.



This Artillery revolver was assigned to an unknown soldier assigned to Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry on 06/20/1898.





2nd US Artillery This Artillery revolver was issued to the 2nd US Artillery on 10/17/1900.





Barling. J. K., Gunfighter & Deputy US Marshal

This SAA was used by gunfighter J. K. Barling during the Johnson County War in Wyoming. Barling came from near Fort Smith, AR. For a time, he served as a deputy for "the hanging judge," Isaac Parker. Barling was apparently killed in a saloon shooting after getting back from Wyoming.

1891 139904 Cochran & James D. Julia Auction House. Also, an article entitled "Major Wolcott's List - Guns Used by the Johnson County Invaders" by Bill Hockett, 2002, revised 11/4/2005.







Holt, Tom This Colt SAA was owned by Tom Holt. He's best known for his Western films, including Stagecoach (1939) and The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1946). Holt starred in dozens of Westerns, primarily for RKO Radio Pictures.

1891 139970 Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum





NY Militia This serial number is known to have been on a "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver assigned to the NY Militia.


Artillery revolver with multiple components possily linked to the 7th US Cavalry

Kopec speculated the frame on this Artillery revolver came from an unassigned Cavalry revolver altered at the Springfield Arsenal in 1898. When this occurred, the frame was married with three Ainsworth inspected components, two of which came from Colt revolvers in Lot 6, one of the "prime" lots from which the 7th US Cavalry drew their sidearms.


NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "8-B" and "3-SC." The second mark stands foe 3rd Brigade, Signal Corps."


NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "20", which probably refers to the rack number.


NY Milita "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran indicates that the "SC" on this gun indicates ownership by the South Carolina Militia. As Kopec & Fenn shows that this serial number probably belongs to the NY Militia and the "SC" stands for Signal Corps.






NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "B-21."


NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "B-20" and "3-SC." The second mark stands foe 3rd Brigade, Signal Corps."


46th US Volunteer Cavalry Various sources including Harvard University Archives and a notarized letter from Powers' daughter indicate this Artillery revolver was carried by Edward D. Powers during the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1901) and again from 1906-1910.


NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "2-SC-39." This stands for 2nd Brigade, Signal Corps, Rack #39."






NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "3-SC." This stands for 3rd Brigade, Signal Corps."


NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "B-23."


1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry This Artillery revolver was assigned to Troop A, 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry on 1898. This unit was in the Philippines 2/4/1898 to 7/4/1902.







NY Militia This "pre-1895" Cavalry revolver was assigned to the NY Militia. It is marked "16," which is probably the rack number.


Last Cavalry revolver produced by Colt

This Cavalry revolver has the distinction of being the very last Cavalry model made by Colt.


Lillie, Gordon W., aka "Pawnee Bill" (1860-1942)

This Peacemaker belonged to Lillie. He was a showman & performer who specialized in wild west shows. In one of his original shows, Lillie was the exclusive manager of the "Pawnee Bill" Historic Wild West Show Extravaganza.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by E. Whitcomb, a cattleman involved in this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Joe Elliot, a range detective during this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by W. A. Wilson, a Texan during this conflict.


Selman, John This Peacemaker was owned by John Selman. He was sometimes identified as an outlaw and sometimes a working lawman of the Old West. He used this gun to kill John Wesley Hardin in the Acme Saloon in El Paso, TX, on 8/19/1895.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Charles S. Ford, a cattleman involved in this conflict.


Missouri Pacific Railroad This Peacemaker was owned by the Missouri Pacific Railroad.


Johnson County War This Peacemaker was likely used in the Johnson County War in Wyoming. A Colt letter shows it was shipped in 1891 to R. Stanhope in Paris, TX. Several guns in the same SN range were purchased from this shop & used during this conflict.

1891 142743 Colt Letter & Info on the Colt Forum

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by F. M. Benford, a Texan involved in this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by Bob Barling, a Texan during this conflict.


Movie Prop Gun This Peacemaker was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "One Eyed Jacks," starring Marlon Brando.


Perry, Oliver Curtis This Peacemaker revolver belonged to Oliver C. Perry, who was a career burglar & train robber in late 19th century NY. He was sentenced to 49 years of hard labor in Auburn Prison. He escaped several times before being sent to a more secure prison.


Ford, Robert N. aka "Bob" Ford This Peacemaker belonged to Bob Ford. He was an outlaw best known for killing Jesse James in April 1882, for reward money. For about a year, he performed re-enactments of the killing at publicity events.


Cole Agee Engraved "Cattlebrand"

This is one of about 35 Colt SAA revolvers engraved by Cole Agee before his death in 1955. Many of his engraved Colts were commissioned by famous actors and lawmen.

1891 143072 Authenticated by David Wade Harris

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by B. C. Schultz, a Texan during this conflict.


Peterson, Samuel This Peacemaker reportedly belonged to Peterson, who was a Kansas City Police officer until 1885. After leaving this job, Peterson worked as a Claims Agent for the Union Pacific Railroad until he retired in 1930.

1891 143558 This gun was being sold by the James D. Julia Auction House for Peterson’s grandson. An affidavit accompanies it along with numerous family letters and other documents.

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by William Little, a Texan during this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by M. A. McNally, a Texan during this conflict.


Mexican National Railroad The barrel of this Frontier model revolver is engraved "Mexican National RR." It was part of a 12 gun shipment to this company on 1/12/1892.


Rare 9" barrel This Peacemaker is fitted with a rare special order 9 inch barrel and an elongated hammer screw for attaching a shoulder stock.

1892 144267 This SAA is photographed & described on page 251 in The Colt Book of Firearms by R.L. Wilson

Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by PhilDuFran, a range detective during this conflict.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by WillArmstrong, a Texan during this conflict.


2nd US Volunteer Engineers This Artillery revolver belonged to Co. K, 2nd US Volunteer Engineers as of 1898.


Johnson County War The Johnson County War was a range war that took place in Johnson County, Wyoming between 1889 and 1893. This SAA was used by one of the participants of this conflict.


Street, H.K. This SA revolver was owned by H.K. Street, who was a rancher & gunman in the Arizona Territory during the 1890s.


Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Co.

This engraved Peacemaker was shipped to the Copper Queen Mining Co., Bisbee, Arizona Territory. It is the only black powder SA known to have been shipped to this mining company.

1892 146144 Cochran & the book "A Study of the Colt SAA" by Graham, Kopec & Moore

TV Prop Gun Actor James Arness carried this Colt Peacemaker in his role as Marshal Matt Dillon on the popular TV series "Gunsmoke."


Logan, Harvey A., aka "Kid Curry"

This Peacemaker was owned by "Kid Curry," an outlaw and gunman who rode with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid's infamous Wild Bunch gang during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is said that Logan used this gun to commit suicide.


Dalton Gang (Gun 1 of 10) This Peacemaker was owned by the infamous Dalton Gang. It was shipped with 9 other identical revolvers from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville. KS, bank raid.

1892 147298 R. L. Wilson Authentication Report

Dalton, Bob (Gun 2 of 10) This is one of a pair of Peacemakers owned by outlaw Bob Dalton of the infamous Dalton Gang. Bob Dalton also owned Colt SAA SN: 147307. This gun was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville. KS, bank raid.

1892 147299 R. L. Wilson Authentication Report & article "The Dalton Gang's Fancy Engraved Revolvers" by Bill Gerber, The Gun Report, 6/95.





Dalton, Emmett (Gun 5 of 10) This Peacemaker was owned by outlaw Emmett Dalton of the infamous Dalton Gang. This gun was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.

1892 147305 R. L. Wilson Authentication Report & "The Peacemakers" by R.L. Wilson. This gun was on display at the Gene Autry Museum of Western Heritage.

Dalton Gang (Gun 6 of 10) This is one of two SAAs owned by the infamous Dalton Gang. This gun was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.

1892 147306 R. L. Wilson Authentication Report & article "The Dalton Gang's Fancy Engraved Revolvers" by Bill Gerber, The Gun Report, 6/95. Also, Pages 419 & 422-423, "The Colt Engraving Book," Volume I, in the Chapter on engraver Cuno A. Helfricht.

Dalton, Bob (Gun 7 of 10) This is one of a pair of Peacemakers owned by outlaw Bob Dalton of the infamous Dalton Gang. Bob Dalton also owned Colt SAA SN: 147299. This gun was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.


Dalton Gang (Gun 8 of 10) This Peacemaker was owned by the infamous Dalton Gang. It was shipped with 9 other identical revolvers from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.


Dalton Gang (Gun 9 of 10) This Peacemaker was owned by an unidentified member of the infamous Dalton Gang. This gun was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.


Dalton Gang (Gun 10 of 10) This Peacemaker was one of a shipment of 10 identical revolvers shipped from the factory on 8/18/1892 to Simmons Hardware, St. Louis, MO, for an A.E. Williams. It was recovered after the Coffeyville, KS, bank raid.

1892 147338 R. L. Wilson Authentication Report & pages 419 & 422-423, "The Colt Engraving Book," Volume I, in the Chapter on engraver Cuno A. Helfricht.


Starr, Henry This Peacemaker was owned by Henry Starr, a horse thief and train robber. He was also convicted of murder once, in the killing of US Deputy Marshal Floyd Wilson on December 13, 1892.


Wells Fargo & Co. This Peacemaker revolver was marked W.F.& Co.


Scybert, J.W. The backstrap of this Frontier model revolver is inscribed "J.W. Scybert - City Marshal, presented by Bernardy Bros." No info is known about this lawman or the people who gave him this firearm.


Texas Trail Boss' Gun This Colt single-action revolver with a 4 3/4" barrel had been in the same family for three generations. It was purchased new in San Antonio, TX in 1893 and carried by a man who drove cattle from ranches in Texas to Kansas railheads along the Chisolm Trail.

1893 150283 Article: "Colt S.A. Serial Number 150283, The Trail Boss' Gun" by Bob Eder, The Texas Gun Collector, Spring 2019.

J.B. Fox & Brothers The Colt Letter shows this factory engraved Peacemaker was sold to "J.B. Fox & Brothers" and shipped to "E.J. Post & Co." in Albuquerque, NM on 3/15/1893. James D. Julia Catalog says "J.B. Fox" may refer to Jubilee B. Fox, a Confederate soldier who migrated to Texas after the Civil War. He died in 1924. (See serial number 163823.)

1893 150333 Colt Letter & James D. Julia Catalog no. 3, Auction of 10/2014, page 116, Object 3096

Movie Prop Gun This Peacemaker was rented as a movie prop during the filming of "How the West Was Won," starring Jimmy Stewart.


Charter, Robert "Henry" According to factory records, this Peacemaker was shipped to Roberts, Willis & Taylor Co. in Sherman, TX in 1893. It was owned by Robert "Henry" Charter who was believed to be a "fringe member " of the Wild Bunch. He reportedly helped setup a fresh horse relay that was used by the gang after a robbery.

1893 151179 wyomingtalesandtrails.com


This Artillery revolver was part of a 54 gun shipment of Cavalry revolvers to the Police Department in Cebu City, Philippines. This gun reported lost on 12/29/1900.



This Peacemaker was shipped to the Copper Queen Mining Co., Bisbee, Arizona Territory.


Tilghman, Bill This SAA was owned by Bill Tilghman. He was a career lawman & gunfighter during the Wild West days of Kansas & Oklahoma.


Tilghman, Bill This Peacemaker was owned by Bill Tilghman, who was a career lawman & gunfighter during the Wild West days of Kansas & Oklahoma.


Kirchner, Carl This Peacemaker belonged to Texas Ranger Carl Kirchner. He was involved in the "The Battle of Tres Jacales," an Old West gunfight that occurred in 1893 in the Mexican village of Tres Jacales.



This SAA was shipped to the Copper Queen Mining Co., Bisbee, Arizona Territory.


Landcaster, Fred H. This Peacemaker belonged to Fred H. Lancaster, a famous lawman of the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. He might be the only lawman who served at different times as Deputy Sheriff, Deputy Federal Marshal, Chief of Police of San Antonio, TX, and Texas Ranger.

1894 155297 James D. Julia Auction House. “F.H. LANCASTER” is engraved on the backstrap.

Locke, first name unknown This Peacemaker revolver was reportedly owned by Locke's father while he was a clerk for the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company in Trinidad, CO. This company was under constant threat from labor unions for its strike breaking activities associated with the Ludlow Massacre.

1894 157985 Letter signed by George R. Locke of CO that states this gun was purchased by his father during 1895 or 1896.

Parker, Robert LeRoy aka "Butch Cassidy"

This Peacemaker belonged to "Butch Cassidy," a notorious train and bank robber, and the leader of a gang of criminal outlaws known as the "Wild Bunch."

1894 158402 James D. Julia

Aldrich, Roy This Peacemaker is part of a pair of Colts belonging to Texas Ranger Roy Aldrich. Given his service from 1917-47, excepting a two-year break, Aldrich is credited as having the longest tenure of any Texas Ranger.


Aldrich, Roy This Peacemaker is part of a pair of Colts belonging to Texas Ranger Roy Aldrich. Given his service from 1917-47, excepting a two-year break, Aldrich is credited as having the longest tenure of any Texas Ranger.


Caldwell, John Rice This Peacemaker reportedly belonged to John R. Caldwell. In the 1870-1880 timeframe, he served as a judge in Missouri. In 1887, he moved to Kansas and opened a bank. He died in 1918.

1894 158577 Jeremiah Trading Company

Browning Brothers This Colt Frontier revolver with a 5 1/2" barrel was shipped to the Browning Brothers on 03/19/1895.


Logan, Harry, aka "Kid Curry" Outlaw "Kid Curry" gave this Frontier revolver to young express messenger C.H. Smith as a "souvenir" after Curry robbed a train operated by the Great Northern Railroad on 7/3/1901. The gun's back strap has an inscription commemorating this event.

1895 161095 Daniel Cullity Authentication Letter

Reeves, Bass This Peacemaker belong to Bass Reeves, who was one of the first African-American Deputy US Marshals west of the Mississippi River.

1895 161628 This SAA was donated to the US Marshal's Museum, Fort Smith, AR, by Reeve's great-nephew, Judge Paul Brady.

Ely, John This 38-40 WCF revolver belonged to John Ely, a Nevada miner, frontiersman, and one-time vigilante in Montana.

1895 162178 RIA Auction House

Buntline Special This Peacemaker revolver has a 16" barrel and factory nickel plating.


Grimshaw, William Harrison. This Frontier revolver is attributed to the ownership and use of US Marshall William H. Grimshaw of Minnesota.

1895 162498 Ancestory Guns LLC



Miller, Henry Spence According to Miller's great-grandson, Henry S. Miller owned this Peacemaker. Miller was a Deputy US Marshal in western Missouri from about 1893 to 1897.

1896 163113 James Julia Auction House references a notarized statement from Christopher Riley Wise who is the great-grandson of Henry Spence Miller.

Williams, J., Shelby This Peacemaker was owned by J. Shelby Williams, US Marshal, Paris, TX. Williams was appointed to this office by President Grover Cleveland in 1894. The backstrap is inscribed "JSW USM."


Fox, J. B. "J. B. Fox" is engraved on the butt-strap of this Peacemaker revolver. James D. Julia Catalog says this name may refer to Jubilee B. Fox, a Confederate soldier who migrated to Texas after the Civil War. He died in 1924.

1896 163823 James D. Julia Catalog no. 3, Auction of 10/2014, page 116, Object 3096

Lark Abner Costin, Texas Deputy Sheriff and Colorado Mine Guard

This Colt SAA .45 with 5.5" barrel reportedly belonged to Lark A. Costin, Deputy Sheriff, Mitchell County, TX, 1899-1915; and later mine guard, Inspiration Copper Co., AZ, 1918.

1896 165094 Notorized letter from Costin's grandson.

Tewksbury, Edwin This Peacemaker reportedly belonged to Edwin Tewksbury who was a main character of the Pleasant Valley War. This conflict was a range war fought in Pleasant Valley, Arizona Territory in the years 1882-1892.


Bison 101 Film Co. This gun is marked with the initials "EC," which may refer to Enos Canutt, a rodeo rider, actor, stuntman and action director.

1896 16621X ocyoung.com gun sales


This Artillery revolver was assigned 7/1/1898 to the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, aka the "Rough Riders." The backstrap is marked "7 - 1 - 98 Jack Bradley - US Navy."


Taylor, Buck This Colt SAA was owned by the "King of the Cowboys" and Buffalo Bill's Wild West performer Buck Taylor (1857-1924).

1896 167520 This gun was pictured & described in Robert Lee & R.L. Wilson's book "The Art of the Gun, Magnificent Colts: Selections from the Robert M. Lee Collection," Volunteer II, pages 344 & 345.

Rogers, Roy This Colt SAA in .32 WCF belonged to singer and 1950s TV western star Roy Rogers. His signature is engraved on the gun's backstrap.

1897 168462 "Colt Single Action: From Patersons to Peacemakers"by Dennis Alder

TV Prop Gun This Peacemaker was used by Actor Michael Landon who played "Little Joe" Cartwright on the Bonanza TV series.

1897 171020 flikr.com

Orchard, Harry This SAA revolver was reportedly owned by outlaw and convicted murderer Harry Orchard. He is said to have killed 50 people and was finally convicted of killing Idaho Governor Frank Steunenberg in 1905.

1897 172175 A period newspaper article describes how Orchard asked the warden to sell his guns and send the money to his wife. This particular gun was subsequently sold to Marshall F. Montgomery. His obituary describes how he purchased Orchard's Colt SAA revolver.

Torme, Mel This factory engraved Peacemaker was owned by entertainer & gun collector Mel Torme.


Movie Prop Gun This Peacemaker is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor John Wayne in the movie “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” (Paramount 1962).


Pacific Mail Steamboat Co. This Peacemaker was owned by the Pacific Mail Steamboat Company. PMSC represents the origins of the steamship business on San Francisco Bay. It played a critical role in the development of San Francisco & the State of California.


Crow Indian named "Big Medicine"

This Peacemaker was assigned to Crow Indian "Big Medicine" who scouted for Custer & later became chief of police of the Crow Agency in Montana.


Wells Fargo & Co. This Peacemaker was marked W.F.& Co.


Hammer, Frank This Peacemaker was owned by Frank Hammer, who was a former Texas Ranger who led efforts to kill or capture outlaws Bonnie & Clyde.

1898 180260 Book: The Peacemakers by R.L Wilson

NY Militia This Artillery revolver was used by the NY Militia.

1899 183798 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Kopec's Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers book (page 133 of the First Edition)

NY Militia This Artillery revolver was used by the NY Militia.


Jackson, W.B. This .45 caliber Peacemaker was owned by US Deputy Marshal W.B. Jackson of the Gray Horse Indian Reservation in the Oklahoma Territory.


NY Militia Kopec & Fenn refer to this as a "Buy-Out" revolver. It was not originally a Cavalry revolver, but a civilian revolver used by the NY Militia. It is marked "8 NY 12".


NY Militia Kopec & Fenn refer to this as a "Buy-Out" revolver. It was not originally a Cavalry revolver, but a civilian revolver used by the NY Militia.


NY Militia Kopec & Fenn refer to this as a "Buy-Out" revolver. It was not originally a Cavalry revolver, but a civilian revolver used by the NY Militia.


NRA Museum This Peacemaker is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It has pearl grips.


Pine Ridge Indian Reservation This Peacemaker was used by law enforcement personnel at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.


Movie Prop Gun This Peacemaker was used by actor Kevin Costner during the filming of "Silverado."





This Artillery revolver was assigned to Walter D. Quinn, Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry during 1898.

1899 189503 Article in Man at Arms Magazine by Frank Mallory, Jan/Feb 1989



Odem, David This SAA reportedly belonged to David Odem who was the Patricio County Sheriff in Texas from 1882 to 1886 and again from 1896 to 1914. In 1919, he served as a Texas Ranger.

1899 191744 Heritage Auction House & Colt Factory Letter

Villa, Francisco "Pancho" This SAA belonged to "Poncho" Villa, the Mexican Revolutionary general and one of the most prominent figures of the Mexican Revolution.


Owned by Bill Ruger This SAA belonged to Bill Ruger, the founder of the Sturm Ruger Firearms Company.

1899 191936 Batterman Auction Hoouse Authentication Letter



Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ This SAA was one of at least 541 Colt Peacemakers purchased by this company.
































Williams, Randall Hank Jr., aka "Hank Williams Jr."

This SAA was in the personal collection of singer-songwriter Hank Williams Jr.

1900 201047 Letter signed by Williams on 2/3/1989.



John Bianchi This SAA was owned by Bianchi, the famous holster maker. He sold it in 2014.

1900 201959 classic.gunauction.com



TV Prop Gun This SAA Used by actor Lorne Greene who played Ben Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.




































Raidler, Bill, aka "Little Bill" Raidler

This SAA belonged to "Little Bill" Raidler, a member of the Doolin-Dalton gang. He was involved in numerous bank and train robberies, as well as a number of shootouts with lawmen. In 1895, he was trailed to a hideout by Deputy US Marshal Bill Tilghman. Raidler was shot in the wrist by Tilghman. As he attempted to flee, Tilghman shot him in the back and neck. He survived and was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
















East Texas Broocks-Border-Wall Family Feud

This Colt .38 WCF revolver was used during the infamous Brooks-Border-Wall Family Feud in East Texas, circa 1900. The Wall brothers were boyhood enemies of Curg Border, a relative of the powerful Brooks family.

1900 202900 This gun was passed down through the Wall family.












































1901 20345(8?) "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran


















1901 203499 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Colt Factory Letter































Movie Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor John Wayne in “True Grit” (Paramount 1969).




























Stone, Roy N. This SAA is factory engraved & nickel plated. The bottom of the butt is engraved "Roy N. Stone." The identity of this person is unknown. A hand-written letter identifies the arm as having come from the personal collection of a Pete Meñoz of El Paso TX and Juarez, Mexico.

1901 205976 Leroy Merz Auction House





Smith, William E. This SAA was owned by William E. Smith. He was a Deputy US Marshal in New Mexico and served as a Private in Troop G, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry (Rough Riders) under Teddy Roosevelt. He worked as a policeman in El Paso and later became Chief Detective of the El Paso Police Dept. From 1911-1913 he was a Captain in the Texas Rangers.

1901 213651 Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia/Volume II, Cochran

























Cathey, Laney Thomas This Cavalry revolver was carried by Cathey while he served with the American Detective Association (ADA). The ADA was similar to the Pinkerton Detective Agency.

1901 215281 True West Magazine, May 2018



















TV Western Series Prop This SAA is one of the Colt revolvers used by actor James Arness as Marshal Matt Dillon during the TV series "Gun Smoke."





















1901 218?043 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran











TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular Colt was one of the guns used by actor Dan Blocker as “Hoss Cartwright” in the Bonanza TV series.



















































1902 223474 "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran & Colt Factory Letter


























1902 228644? "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran






1902 228652 Cockran-2



Bianchi, John This Frontier model revolver was in the private collection of holster maker and collector JohnBianchi.

1902 228701 Lock, Stock & Barrel Investments. This gun has a Certificate of Provenance signed by Bianchi.


1902 230877 Colt Form


Reeves, Bass This SAA was owned by Bass Reeves, who was a black lawman in the Indian Territory. Reeves’ daughter sold this revolver to collector Tom Odom of Alabama in the 1960s.

1902 233872 The Gun Fights of Bass Reeves by Massad Ayoob in American Handgunner Magazine

Movie Prop Gun This SAA was owned by Ellis Mercantile & House of Props (later renamed Ellis Props & Graphics) . It has their mark, a letter "E", stamped on the frame & cylinder.

1902 234129 Certificate of authenticity from Ellis Prop House.

Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ A Colt Factory letter shows this revolver was shipped to the Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Co., on 11/13/1902.



1902 235016 Colt Form

Once part of the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum Collection

A factory letter shows this SAA was shipped to Will Allen, Dallas, TX, in 1902. It was once part of the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum Collection.


Browning Brothers This SSA revolver in .32 WCF was shipped on 1/22/1903 to Browning Bros. in Ogden, Utah, c/o Winchester Arms. John M. Browning & his brother are well known firearm designers who worked for Winchester at this time.




Copper Queen Mining Co., Az This SAA was one of at least 541 Colt Peacemakers purchased by this company.


Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ A Factory letter shows this SAA was shipped to the Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Company in Bisbee, AZ Territory. The backstrap of this revolver is engraved "Copper Queen Mine."

1903 240047 Colt Forum & Colt Factory Letter

Hooker, Ralph L. This SAA reportedly belonged to Ralph L. Hooker. For 30 years,Hooker served as a lawman inMissouri and Arizona. He died in2001 at age 95.

1903 241170 James Jula Auction House

Bill Tilghman Tilghman was a respected lawman & gunfighter from Oklahoma. He reportedly bequeathed this gun to his friend, Deputy Sheriff Fred Trees, prior to his murder in 1924. Trees kept the gun until his death. Following this, it was sold to a few other people before being purchased by its current owner. Trees' SSAN is hand-engraved on the frame.

1903 241322 In a written statement, Trees' widdow says Tilgman and her husband were "well acquainted" and the gun had been given to her late husband after Tilghman's death. Also provided was a bill of sale with a note stating Mrs. Trees told the prior owner that her husband got the gun from Tilghman.



Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ This Colt SAA was shipped to the Copper Queen Mine in Bisbee, AZ on 6/12/1903

1903 243011 Colt Letter dated 3/26/1963





TV and/or Mowie Prop Gun This SAA has the letter "E" stamped above the serial number on the frame. This indicates the gun was owned by Ellis Props & Graphics, a company that provided props for TV shows and movies.


Krueger, Glenn This SAA was owned by Texas Ranger Glenn Krueger, Co. D, from 1948 to 1986. This gun is engraved with a chrome finish.


Sterling, William Warren & Hamer, Frank

This Colt SAA revolver belonging to William Warren Sterling, the only Texas Ranger in the history of the organization to have held every rank from Private to Texas Adjutant General. Sterling passed this gun to famous Texas Ranger Frank Hamer.

1903 248657 Little John's Auction House







Meldrum, Robert D., "Bob" This .45 caliber revolver was owned by Robert D. Meldrum, a gunfighter & hired killer who was employed by western mine owners during labor disputes in the early 1900s.


Meldrum, Robert D. This Colt SAA belonged to Robert D. Meldrum, an early lawman/Pinkerton agent/stock detective in Colorado and Wyoming. The back strap is engraved "From The Tomboy Gold Mine Co. Ltd. / Telluride Colo." The butt strap is engraved "Rob't. D.Meldrum".

1904 253161 James D. Julia







Maj. Gordon W. Lillie, aka "Pawnee Bill"

Colt factory records show that this SAA was shipped in 1904 to Maj. Gordon W. Lillie, better known as noted frontiersman, Wild West showman and sharpshooter "Pawnee Bill."

1904 255919 Colt Letter & article entitled "A Firearm Treasure Hidden in Plain Sight" by Phil Spangenberger, True West Magazine, Feb/Mar 2020

Farr, Jefferson This engraved SAA belonged to Sheriff Jefferson Farr of Walsonburg, CO. It appeared on the cover of the referenced publication.

1904 256058 Fall 1995 issue of "The Texas Gun Collector," the publication of the Texas Gun Collectors Association."

Gun confiscated by famed Texas Ranger Frank Hamer after his first gun battle

According to Hamer's son, “This gun was in the possession of Ed Putnam alias Ed Sibley in Del Rio, Texas on Dec 1, 1906, when he engaged in a gunfight with four Texas Rangers, Captain John H. Rodgers, Ranger Marvin Bailey, Ranger Duke Hudson and my father, Frank Hamer who had joined the Ranger service on April of the same year."

1904 258183 Notarized statement/bill of sale dated Dec. 9, 1981 from Frank A. Hamer, Jr. This incident is documented in the book "I’m Frank Hamer, " by Jenkins & Frost.




Gun possibly associated with "Pancho" Villa or one of his lieutenants

This factory engraved, nickel-plated Frontier model revolver was shipped to Simmons Hardware Co, C/O Shelton Payne Arms Co, 1/19/1905. Shelton Payne Arms Co. was located in El Paso, TX and received many arms for "Poncho" Villa and his lieutenants during the border war era.

1905 262020 Little-John Auction Service

TV Prop Gun Actor Gene Barry carried this Peacemaker .45 in the TV series "Bat Masterson" (1958-1961).

1905 262798 Stembridge Prop Rental Invoice



Anaconda Copper Mining Co. This SAA was delivered to the Anaconda Copper Mining Co. in Butte, MT on 2/17/1905.

1905 263916 Little-John Auction Service















TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular Colt was one of the guns used by Michael Landon as “Little Joe Cartwright” on the Bonanza TV series.




Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ This SAA was one of at least 541 Colt Peacemakers purchased by this company. This is a Colt Sheriff's Model SAA revolver in .45 Colt.



1905 271718 Colt Forum & Colt Factory Letter







Wells Fargo & Co. (See Next Listing)

This gun was marked W.F.& Co. The same revolver appears to also be linked to the Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Company.


Copper Queen Mining Co., AZ This SAA was one of at least 541 Colt Peacemakers purchased by this company. The same revolver appears to be also linked to Wells Fargo & Co.







Wells Fargo & Co. This gun was marked W.F. & Co. 1906 278686 A Colt letter shows this gun was shipped to Wells Fargo & Company, care of W.M Ashton in NY on June 6, 1906, in a shipment of 12 guns.

TV Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular Colt was one of the guns used by actor Dan Blocker as “Hoss Cartwright” on the Bonanza TV series.






Texas Rangers Colt records show this revolver was shipped to Texas Ranger Co. D in South Texas on 9/5/1906










NRA Museum This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It has cattle-brand engraving. No further information about this revolver is known.






Kinman, Greg, AKA "Hickok45" This Peacemaker is owned by YouTube shooting sensation "Hickok45." It has appeared in at least one of his popular shooting videos.

1907 288846 Hickok45 YouTube Channel

Speed, William This SAA was owned by William Speed. He was a Cochise County rancher and Arizona Ranger; who was engaged in the cattle business until 1893.













Fort Sumner Museum, NM This SAA was owned by the private Fort Sumner Museum in NM. This museum had "Billy the Kid" & Wild West-related artifacts. This gun was auctioned in Oct 2017 after the museum closed. Its historical significance is unknown.

1907 291995 auctionssoutwest.com

Gun Seized Along the Mexican Border

This Cavalry revolver was seized along the Mexican border. No further information.







Santa Rita Copper Mine, NM This frontier revolver (.44-40) was shipped to Krakauer, Zork & Moye Co. of El Paso, TX, on 6/7/1907. Their sales records show it was transferred to the Santa Rita Copper Mine in NM on 10/17/1912.

1907 294912 Univ. of Texas maintained records for Krakauer, Zork & Moye Co. RIA Auction House.




1907 295610 Cochran

Hale, Monte This Peacemaker is one of a matched pair of revolvers owned by Monte Hale, a B-Western film star and country musician.

1907 297571 Boyd Mager Collection



Detroit Copper Mining Co. This SAA was shipped to the Detroit Copper Mining Co. in Arizona. This company was incorporated in 1874.

1907 298610 Cochran

Mix, Tom This SAA was owned by Tom Mix, who was an actor and the star of many early Western movies between 1909 and 1935.

1907 299014 Cochran















Government of Mexico This Peacemaker in .38-40 was sent to M. Hartley Co., NY on 4/10/1908 for shipment to the Government of Mexico. The barrel is engraved "E. de Mex."

1907 303934 A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver by Grahan, Kopec & Moore



Wells Fargo & Co. The Colt letter shows this SAA was shipped to Wells Fargo & Co., c/o W.M. Ashton, Purchasing Agent, on 7/20/1908. The butt is marked "W. F. & Co."










Wells Fargo & Co. This is one of 12 gun purchased by Wells Fargo but shipped to Schmelzer Arms Co. in 1909. It is not marked W.F. & Co.


Wells Fargo & Co. This gun was marked W.F.& Co. It was shipped to Wm. H. Ashton, Purchasing Agent for Wells Fargo & Co. on 4/6/1909.





Wells Fargo, Co. This SAA was owned by the Wells Fargo Express Company.


Wells Fargo & Co. This gun was marked W.F.& Co. 1909 309034 "The Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia" by Keith Cochran

Movie Prop Gun This Colt revolver was used by film icon John Wayne. It left the factory as a Bisley model but was later altered to the SAA configuration. It is said that Wayne first used this Colt in the movie "War Wagon."

1909 309795 http://www.jcs-group.com




Edwards, Rusty This SAA is owned by arms collector Rusty Edwards.


Texas Sheriff Joseph Albert Thornton

This Colt Single Action Revolver belonged to Sheriff Joseph Albert Thornton of Bee County, TX. Thornton was county sheriff from Nov 1910 to Nov 1920.

1909 311430 Documentation submitted by Thornton's 2X Great Grandson.


TV Series Prop Gun This SAA was carried by actor Richard Boone in the popular TV series "Have Gun Will Travel."

1909 313984 Collection of Wesley D. Tibbals & Jay T. Tibbals

Hamer, Frank This SAA was owned by Frank Hamer. He was a Texas Ranger responsible for tracking down and killing the criminal duo Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow in 1934.

1910 314012 Cochran & Colt Factory Letter

NRA Museum This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. There is no further info.


Phelps Dodge Mining Co, AZ This SAA was shipped to the Bisbee, AZ location of this mining company on 03/10/1911.



TV Prop This Peacemaker is one of several Colt revolvers used by actor James Arness, who played Marshal Matt Dillon, in the long-running TV series "Gunsmoke" (1955-1975)

1911 317234 Stembridge Prop Rental Documents & True west Magazine

NRA Museum This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It belonged to Erle Stanley Gardener, creator of Perry Mason.




Donated to the US Navy This Cavalry revolver was donated to the US Navy on 08/01/1943.


Torme, Mel This SAA was owned by Mel Torme, a well-known entertainer and gun collector. This gun was in his personal collection. It originally belonged to E.A. Beard who worked in Alaska in 1912.


Phelps Dodge Mining Co., AZ This SAA was shipped to this Arizona mining company on 05/18/1912.


Overlock, Charles Alton This SAA was owned by Charles A. Overlock, who was one of the founders of Douglas, AZ. In 1909, he was appointed US Marshal. When the territory was admitted to the Union in 1912, he was reappointed US Marshal for the District of Arizona which he served until Feb 1914.

1912 324695 James D. Julia Auction House. The back strap is engraved in period script “C.A. Overlock”.

Phelps Dodge Mining Co., Az This SAA was shipped to the Morenci, AZ location of the Phelps Dodge Mining Co. on 02/22/1913.


Mix, Tom This SAA was owned by Tom Mix, who was a film actor and the star of many early Western movies between 1909 and 1935. He appeared in 291 films, all but nine of which were silent movies.


Miller Brothers, 101 Ranch in Oklahoma

This engraved Peacemaker has "Texas Cooper" on the backstrap and "101 Ranch" on the butt. The 110,000 acre "101 Ranch" located in the Indian Territory of Oklahoma before statehood. It is located near modern-day Ponca City, OK.

1913 326965 Cochran & "A Study of the Colt SAA" by Graham, Kopec & Moore

Extremely Rare Colt Sheriff's Model

This SAA revolver is the only non-engraved long-flute Colt Sheriff's model known to exist. It is pictured on page 77 of "A Study of the Colt SAA" by Graham, Kopec & Moore & mentioned on page 158 of the same text.

1914 328915 "A Study of the Colt SAA" by Graham, Kopec & Moore.

Elliot, Gordon aka "Wild Bill" This SAA was owned by "Wild Bill" Elliott, who was an actor who specialized in playing the rugged heroes of B Westerns, particularly the Red Ryder series of films.


Elliot, Gordon aka "Wild Bill" This SAA was owned by "Wild Bill" Elliott, who was an actor who specialized in playing the rugged heroes of B Westerns, particularly the Red Ryder series of films.


Fulcher, Syd This SAA was owned by Syd Fulcher, who was a train & mail robber who was in several gun fights. He was sentenced to 25 years at Leavenworth prison.

1915 329867 Colt Letter showing gun shipped to Sid Fulcher

Rare Sheriff's Model SAA This engraved silver plated Sheriffs Model SAA has a long-flute cylinder. It is in the Texas A&M collection.

1915 328983 Texas A&M Collection

Phelps Dodge Mining Co., AZ This SAA was shipped to the Bisbee, AZ location of the Phelps Dodge Mining Co. on 07/9/1915.


Phelps Dodge Mining Co. AZ This SAA was shipped to the Douglas, AZ location of the Phelps Dodge Mining Co. on 07/9/1915.



Mix, Tom This SAA was owned by Tom Mix, who was a film actor and the star of many early Western movies between 1909 and 1935. He appeared in 291 films, all but nine of which were silent movies.


Autry, Gene This fully engraved Colt SAA was owned by singer and western movie star Gene Autry. He reportedly give it to his friend Mark Larimore in 1952.

1915 331024 The gun is accompanied by a letter from the wife of Mark Lairmore.

Sitre, John; and Jackson, Haynie Joaquin

Sitre & Jackson were Texas Rangers. Jackson served from 1966 to 1993. Documents with the revolver indicate he purchased it from the widow of WWI era Texas Ranger John Sitre.

1915 331889 Rock Island Auction House. This gun was documented as a "government exhibit" from the 1966-67 O'Hanis Bank burglary investigation and signed by Jackson.

Patton, George S. Jr., This SAA was owned by George S. Patton. Jr. He said he used this gun to kill two of Poncho Villa's lieutenants while serving in Mexico during the Punitive Expedition of 1916. Later, he carried this revolver while a WWII general.


Putnam, Amzy This SAA was owned by Amzy Putnam. It is accompanied by original paperwork appointing him a Texas Ranger in Co. C, Ranger Force, State of Texas.

1916 332149 Heritage Auctions Militaria Auction Catalog #6023, Dallas, TX

Milton, Jeff D. This SAA was owned by Jeff D. Milton. He was a Texas Ranger, detective for a cattle association, and Deputy Sheriff in NM. In the 1890s, he worked for the Southern Pacific RR and for the Pullman Co. He became chief of police in El Paso, TX, and a deputy US Marshal. He worked as an agent for Wells Fargo (1895-1900). In 1904 he joined the new Immigration Service and patrolled the south-western US border for 28 years.

1916 333342 James D. Julia Auction House. Colt letter shows it was sold to J.D. Milton 8/7/1916.

Elliott, Gordon aka "Wild Bill Elliott"

This SAA was owned by "Wild Bill" Elliott, who was an actor who specialized in playing the rugged heroes of B Westerns, particularly the Red Ryder series of films.


Keith, Elmer This SAA was owned by Elmer Keith, a well-known Idaho rancher, firearms enthusiast, & author.

1917 335426 NRA American Rifleman Magazine, 11/3/15

Robinson, Andrew B. "Sug" This nickel-plated and engraved SAA in .38 WCF was owned by Andrew Sug" Robinson, a wealthy cattle baron in West Texas.


NRA Museum Gun This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It is nickel plated. No further information is known about this revolver.


McGivern, Ed This SAA was owned by Ed McGiven, who was a famous exhibition shooter, shooting instructor, and author of the book "Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting."


Cross, John William This SAA was owned by John W. Cross, who was born in the Indian Territory and became a Deputy Marshal and scout at the age of 19. He continued in law enforcement and became a Deputy Sheriff in Seminole County, Oklahoma Territory in 1906. Throughout the remainder of his life he stayed in law enforcement and in 1929 was appointed Constable in Wewoka, Oklahoma.

1920 338824 James D. Julia Auction House. Left side of front strap, under grip, is hand stamped “JWC”.

Hoxie, Jack This SAA was owned by Jack Hoxie, who was a rodeo performer and motion picture actor whose career was most prominent in the silent film era of the 1910s through the 1930s. He is best recalled for his roles in Westerns.


Milton, Jeff Davis Milton (1861-1947) was an Old West lawman and the son of theConfederate Governor of Florida.At age 15, he moved to Texas where he worked as a cowboy, then lied about his age and joined the Texas Rangers in 1878. He also worked as a deputy sheriff & express messenger.

1920 341192 Colt letter & page 404 of the "Jeff Milton - A Good Man with a Gun" by J. Evetts Haley

Hart, William S. This SAA was owned by William S. Hart, who was a silent film actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He is remembered as a foremost western star of the silent era who "imbued all of his characters with honor and integrity."


Lasky, Jesse & Torme, Mel This Colt SA revolver in .44 Russian was once owned by Jesse Lasky, who was one of the three founders of Paramount Studios. It was also owned by entertainer & gun Collector Mel Torme.

1922 343237 Cochran and "A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore.

San Antonio Police Department, Texas

This SAA belonged to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department.


William Edmond Fitzgerald This Frontier model was shipped to William Edmund Fitzgerald in 1925. Fitzgerald was the namesake of the Great Lakes freighter that was immortalized in Gordon Lightfoot's song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald."

1923 344677 Colt Letter & Milwaukee News article dated 04/11/2014.

McCutchen, C.M. This Frontier model was shipped to C.M. McCutchen, a magician and exhibition shooter on 9/11/23.

1923 345531 A Study of the Colt SAA Revolver by Grahan, Kopec & Moore

Hart, William S. This SAA was owned by William S. Hart, who was a silent film actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He is remembered as a foremost western star of the silent era who "imbued all of his characters with honor and integrity."


Shipped to Albany Hardware & Iron Co in Albany, NY

This SAA is pictured on page 171 of "A Study of the Single Action Revolver" by Graham, Kopec & Moore.



This SAA belonged to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department.


Torme, Mel This factory engraved Colt .38-40 revolver was in the collection of entertainer & gun collector Mel Torme.


Keith, Elmer This SAA was once owned by Elmer Keith, who was a well-known Idaho rancher, firearms enthusiast, and author.

1926 349034 This revolver is pictured twice in the book "Handbook Handguns" by Timothy Mullin.


This SAA was shipped to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department on 12/27/1927. It has "S. A. P. D." stamped on the butt with "#67."





Williams, Randall Hank Jr., aka "Hank Williams Jr."

This SAA was in the personal collection of singer-songwriter Hank Williams Jr.

1927 350231 Collectors' Archives

Browning Brothers This SAA revolver was shipped to the Browning Brothers, members of the famous gun-building family, in 1927.


Beaumont Police Dept., TX This SAA was part of a 13 gun shipment from the Colt factory to the Beaumont, Texas Police Department.


Elliot, Gordon aka "Wild Bill" Elliott

This SAA was owned by "Wild Bill" Elliot, who was a film actor who specialized in playing the rugged heroes of B Westerns, particularly the Red Ryder series of films.















Movie Prop Gun This SAA is from the Stembridge Armory Collection of original Colt revolvers used as TV/movie prop guns. This particular gun was used by actor Patrick Swayze in the movie “Red Dawn.”








San Antonio Police Department

The Colt Factory Letter shows that this SAA was shipped to the City of San Antonio Police Department on 11/17/1927. The butt is marked "SAPD #71".

1927 350930 Colt Letter & "Colt Peacemaker Collector Handbook & Guide" by Keith Cochran





This SAA was shipped to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department on 12/27/1927. It has "S. A. P. D." stamped on the butt with "#71." (Duplicate rack number.)



This SAA was shipped to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department on 12/27/1927. It has "S. A. P. D." stamped on the butt.
































Patton, George S., Jr. This SAA was acquired by George S. Patton around 1928 and kept during the remainder of his life. It is different from the ivory-handled SAA that he carried during WWII.

1928 351427 This SAA came from the grandson of the legendary WWII General.














This SAA was shipped to the San Antonio, Texas Police Department on 12/27/1927. It has "S. A. P. D." stamped on the butt.


Richmond, Allen P. This SAA was reportedly presented to Professor Allen P. Richmond by the 1929 and 1930 graduate students of Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College. Richmond was a professor and the coach of the Dartmouth College Rifle Team.

1928 351897 Proxibid Auction Web Site

Chapman, George W., Texas Ranger

This SAA was owned by George W. Chapman, Texas Ranger, Co. A in Alice, TX, 1917; & Co. C in Laredo, TX 1920-1921.


Winchester Repeating Arms Company

The Colt letter shows this SAA was sold to the British Purchasing Commission in NY and was shipped to Winchester Repeating Arms Co. in New Haven, Conn on 6/18/1940. There is no info about the gun's disposition between 1929 and 1940.


Miller Brothers, 101 Ranch in Oklahoma

This SAA belonged to one of the Miller Brothers who owned the 110,000 acre "101 Ranch" located in the Indian Territory of Oklahoma before statehood. It is located near modern-day Ponca City, OK.
















Chief of Police, Santa Maria, CA

This nickel-plated SAA was shipped to G.E. Baker, Chief of Police, City of Santa Maria, California on March 19, 1931.






.44 special This Colt SAA is chambered in .44 special. According to the seller, only 506 1st Gen Colts were made in this caliber. This info is not confirmed.

1929 353459 Guns Internation Web Site

Maddos, L., Chief of Police, Beaumont, TX

This .44 Special SAA was shipped to L. Maddos, Chief of Police of Police, Beaumont, TX.


Johnson, Ben This Peacemaker was owned by actor Ben Johnson. The underside of the barrel is marked "Fox Studio." According to the Ben Johnson Family Trust, he used it in the early black & white western movies and some of the later color motion pictures like "The Train Robbers" and "Chisolm."

1930 353894 Signed certificate from the Johnson Family Trust.

Stuckert, A.L. This gold-plated & engraved Peacemaker was presented to Chief Deputy Sheriff A.L. Stuckert, Crawford County, OH. It is inscribed "To Arthur from a Grateful County."


Jones, Buck This SAA was owned by Buck Jones, who was a motion picture star of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s. Jones starred in many popular western movies.


McGivern, Edward This SAA belonged to exhibition shooter Ed McGivern. The grip frame is engraved "Ed McGivern's Fanning Gun." An engraved plate on the butt says: "Fanning Shots on Playing Card 1 - Second 1 1/5 - Second 1 3/10 - Second 1 2/5 - Second."


National Shooting Match Award

This engraved Peacemaker was one of the prizes awarded at the 1935 National Shooting Matches held at Camp Perry, OH.


Autry, Gene This SAA belonged to Gene Autry, who gained fame as a singing cowboy on the radio, in movies, and on television for more than three decades beginning in the early 1930s.


Cover of Man at Arms Magazine

A photo of this silver-plated and factory-engraved SAA appeared on the front cover of the May/Jun 1995 edition of Man at Arms Magazine.

1937 355459 Man at Arms Magazine, May/Jun 1995.

Gehrig, Lou This Colt SAA was owned by baseball legend Lou Gehrig. It's reportedly the same gun that Gehrig carried in his only movie, Rawhide, produced in 1938.

1937 355626 This gun's SN is shown on a certified copy of Gehrig’s application for a NY State pistol license.

McGivern, Edward This Colt SAA was owned by famous exhibition & trick shooter, Ed McGivern. He performed throughout Europe and the U.S. in the late 1930s through the 1950s. At one time he was dubbed "The Fastest Gun In the World."

1937 356015 This gun was in the possession of McGivern until his death, when it was passed by his widow to one of his friends.

DuMont, John S. This .38 Spl. SAA with ivory grips was engraved by master engraver Alvin A White for Colt collector John S. DuMont. The backstrap is engraved "John S. Dumont."

1939 356949 Written statement from Alvin A White acknowledging that he engraved this revolver for DuMont.

NRA Museum Gun This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. It is in mint condition. No further info available.


NRA Museum Gun This SAA is on display at the National Firearms Museum. No further information is available.


Triggs, James M. (1924-1992) This Peacemaker was owned by James M. Triggs, who was a professional illustrator. He made realistic drawings of firearms that appeared on the cover of "Gun Digest" and other publications.


Morano, Albert Paul This Peacemaker was owned by Albert P. Morano, who was a Congressman that served in the US House of Representatives during the 1950s.


End of an era. This is the last 1st Generation SAA made by Colt. It was assembled in 1948 using parts made before WWII. It's unknown why the Colt web site indicates it was made in 1940.

1948 357859 Letter signed by M.S. Huber, Colt Factory Historian