The Pietta 1858 Remington Sheriff is a .44 caliber cap-and-ball revolver (Pietta part no. PF58ST44512) built on the classic solid-frame Remington Army pattern favored during the Civil War era. It pairs a shortened 5.5" octagon barrel with a 6-round blued steel cylinder for a fast-handling, close-quarters sidearm suited to cowboy action shooting and historical black powder shooting alike. The blued steel frame, cylinder, and barrel are set off by smooth walnut grips, and the solid-top-strap frame allows quick cylinder swaps for faster reloads at the line. Like the original 1858 Remington, it’s a front-loading percussion revolver — no brass cartridge cases, no primers, just powder, ball, and a percussion cap under each nipple. It’s a favorite for shooters who want the Remington’s reputation for strength and reliability in a shorter-barreled "Sheriff" configuration.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .44 caliber for use with round ball or conical black powder projectiles.
• Fitted with a 5.5-inch octagon barrel for a quick, balanced-handling revolver.
• Holds 6 rounds in its solid-frame cylinder.
• Frame, cylinder, and barrel carry a blued steel finish.
• Grip panels are crafted from walnut for a traditional look and feel.
• Action type is single action, requiring the hammer to be manually cocked before each shot.
• Sighting is handled by a fixed post front sight.
• Ignition system is percussion cap-and-ball, loaded from the muzzle end of each chamber.
• Hammer operation is engineered to be smooth-cycling for consistent single-action shooting.
• Manufactured by Pietta, an Italian maker known for historically accurate black powder reproductions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Pietta 1858 Remington Sheriff considered a firearm under federal law? Most antique-replica percussion revolvers like this one are federally exempt from the Gun Control Act’s firearm definition, so no FFL transfer or background check paperwork is required in most states — always confirm your state and local laws before ordering.

What ammunition does this revolver use? It’s a muzzleloading cap-and-ball design loaded with loose black powder (or an approved substitute), a lead round ball or conical bullet, and a percussion cap on each of the six nipples — it does not fire any factory cartridge ammunition.

Why is it called the "Sheriff" model? The shorter 5.5" barrel trims weight and length compared to the standard 8" 1858 Remington Army, giving it quicker handling for concealed or close-range carry, similar to the cut-down revolvers historically favored by lawmen.

Buy the Pietta 1858 Remington Sheriff .44 Cal Revolver

This black powder pistol from Pietta ships fast from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop — no FFL required for this antique-exempt percussion revolver in most states.