Open Top 1871 Spätmodell

The 1872 Colt Open Top Revolvers were produced simultanneously with the Richards and Richards-Mason Conversion. Between February 1872 until June 1873 a total of 7 000 pieces were produced. This Colt revolver is not a conversion but was produced for metallic cartridfges: the barrel cylinder and frame were made intentionally whereas parts such as the grip assembly and the internal components were adapted from the Navy `51 and the Army `60. Production stopped abruptly when the Single Action was introduced.
Caliber: .38SP – .38Colt – .44Colt – .44SP – .45LC -.45Scho
Length of Barrel: 4¾” – 5½” – 7½”
Overall Length: bbl. 7½” 13.03″
Weight: bbl. 7½” 2.51 lbs
Barrel: Forged steel
Frame: Forged steel and color case
Cylinder: Engraved
Triggerguard: Brass
Grip: One piece walnut
Cylinder: 6
Barrel Shape: Round Tapered