I recently took possession of a like new USFA Pre War, Black Powder Frame, 45 Colt revolver with a 4-3/4" barrel and one piece walnut stocks. My first impression was "Wow" and after handling it for a few days while I gather the components and tools to reload 45 Colt ammunition, my impression remains the same.
The fit and finish is every bit as good as any 2nd Generation Colt I've seen or handled. I've never been allowed to handle a 1st Generation Colt that was this clean as they stay locked inside glass cases (smile).
After doing some research I've been told parts are interchangeable between Colts and the USFA guns. Also, for no good reason that I can discern, USFA shut their doors a while back. A crying shame as far as I'm concerned.
I've owned a couple Italian replica's in the past. They aren't even in the same Zip Code as the USFA revolvers. I'm scrimping and saving now in hopes of someday finding a 7-1/2" 45 from them.
If you ever run across one, at least take a close look at it. Yea, it will be more expensive than an Italian version of the same model. About half way between their going price and what is wanted for a Colt these days. In my opinion, they are worth the money and certainly worth a look, just to see a really well done SAA style revolver.
Dave
The fit and finish is every bit as good as any 2nd Generation Colt I've seen or handled. I've never been allowed to handle a 1st Generation Colt that was this clean as they stay locked inside glass cases (smile).
After doing some research I've been told parts are interchangeable between Colts and the USFA guns. Also, for no good reason that I can discern, USFA shut their doors a while back. A crying shame as far as I'm concerned.
I've owned a couple Italian replica's in the past. They aren't even in the same Zip Code as the USFA revolvers. I'm scrimping and saving now in hopes of someday finding a 7-1/2" 45 from them.
If you ever run across one, at least take a close look at it. Yea, it will be more expensive than an Italian version of the same model. About half way between their going price and what is wanted for a Colt these days. In my opinion, they are worth the money and certainly worth a look, just to see a really well done SAA style revolver.
Dave