The Pietta 1873 Great Western II Californian in .45 Colt (brand part no. HF45CHS512NM) is a single-action revolver built with hammer-forged steel barrels and frames that are drop-forged and then CNC-machined for period-correct strength and fit. Pietta finishes the 5.5-inch barrel in blued steel while the frame wears a case-hardened finish, and wider rear and larger front sights give faster target acquisition than the original 19th-century design. Just like the originals it recreates, this revolver uses a floating firing pin in the hammer, and the cylinder holds 6 rounds. Among revolvers in the revolvers category, this Great Western II favors Old West enthusiasts and Cowboy Action shooters who want period-correct styling with modern manufacturing.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 Colt.
• Features a single-action trigger with a floating firing pin in the hammer.
• Features a 5.5-inch barrel.
• The barrel is hammer-forged, drop-forged, and CNC-machined for precision.
• The barrel wears a blued finish.
• The frame is case-hardened for a classic color pattern.
• Sighting uses a wider rear and larger blade front sight for faster acquisition.
• Cylinder capacity is 6 rounds.
• Shipping weight of approximately 2.9 pounds.
• Overall length measures 14.6 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this revolver period-correct in styling? Yes, it recreates the 1873 Great Western design with a floating firing pin and case-hardened frame, just like the originals.

What finish does this revolver have? A blued barrel paired with a case-hardened frame.

What sights does this revolver use? A wider rear notch and larger front blade for faster target acquisition than the original design.

Buy the Pietta 1873 Great Western II Californian

Period-correct Old West styling built with modern manufacturing is exactly what this Great Western II delivers. As soon as it’s ready to ship, order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.