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I think I'll keep it. It is a Cimarron import of the Uberti Early Model 1872. These were made by Colt as a cartridge revolver rather than being a conversion like the 1851's and 1860's. It was the last open frame revolver made before Colt introduce the 1873, the infamous Peacemaker. The originals were made in 44 rimfire, mine however is chambered for 38 Special making it nice and cheap to shoot.
The action and trigger on this handgun are very smooth, balance is very similar to an 1873 with the same barrel length (5 1/2"). The trigger breaks without any creep and the grips feel right at home in my hand. The bluing is excellent however the case colors are weak, but I am judging the case colors against my Ruger BH Turnbull did so it is somewhat unfair. The grip are nice straight grained one piece walnut.
Now to wait for the weather to clear up some for a trip to the range. I have a wide variety of 38 ammo on hand to try in it and will probably load up some with Trail Boss as well. Should be a fun gun!
The action and trigger on this handgun are very smooth, balance is very similar to an 1873 with the same barrel length (5 1/2"). The trigger breaks without any creep and the grips feel right at home in my hand. The bluing is excellent however the case colors are weak, but I am judging the case colors against my Ruger BH Turnbull did so it is somewhat unfair. The grip are nice straight grained one piece walnut.
Now to wait for the weather to clear up some for a trip to the range. I have a wide variety of 38 ammo on hand to try in it and will probably load up some with Trail Boss as well. Should be a fun gun!