The Pietta Great Western II Premier .44-40 4.75-inch revolver is a six-shot single action from Pietta (Pietta part no. GWP4440CCH434NC), chambered in .44-40 Winchester with a 4.75-inch barrel and a Great Western II frame that follows the 1873 single-action pattern. The barrel and cylinder are blued steel, the frame is color case hardened alloy steel, and the grip is checkered walnut, a combination that gives the revolver a traditional look. An exposed hammer keeps the operation classic: thumb it back, and the revolver is ready for a single-action shot. Pietta describes the Great Western II as built to answer the demands of modern cowboys, with the reliability of a modern revolver and parts that interchange with the old west originals. It makes a natural fit for cowboy action shooting and for anyone building a period-style kit around the Winchester cartridge.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .44-40 Winchester, a traditional cartridge for a single-action revolver of this style.
• The barrel is 4.75 inches long, a short, quick-handling barrel that is the easiest of the three Great Western II lengths to carry and holster.
• Capacity is 6 rounds, loaded through the gate one chamber at a time in the traditional way.
• The action is single action, so each shot starts with the hammer cocked by hand.
• The barrel is blued steel, a classic dark finish that suits the revolver’s period styling.
• The cylinder is blued steel as well, matching the barrel so the two read as one piece.
• The frame is color case hardened alloy steel, the swirled finish that makes this model look like an old-west original.
• The grip is checkered walnut, which adds traction and a warm contrast to the blued steel.
• The exposed hammer gives a traditional cocking spur that is easy to reach with the thumb.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridge does it use and how many does it hold? It is chambered in .44-40 Winchester and holds six rounds.

What does the 4.75-inch barrel mean for handling? In this model, the 4.75-inch length keeps the revolver compact and quick to bring on target.

What is the finish on this Premier? The barrel and cylinder are blued steel, the frame is color case hardened alloy steel, and the grip is checkered walnut.

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A short barrel, a traditional chambering and checkered walnut and case color make this a revolver that looks right on a belt or on a rack. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more revolvers while you are here.