As I posted here before I've been wanting a real Colt SAA since I'm a kid. I want one to shoot occasionally. Ideally I'd like to get a first generation gun in fine condition but I'm not keen on spending $3000+ for one. The second generation guns are also quite pricey in excellent condition.
I'm open to buying a new third generation gun in .45 Colt with the 5.5'' barrel but I have read in several places that many of the 80's and 90's guns don't have the best fit and finish. Many of the complaints are centered around the over polishing prior to blueing were the edges that are supposed to be nice and sharp are rounded out because of excessive polishing, this includes the cylinder flutes, the front sight, and a "dished out" appearance around the screws.
I've also read that because of these past complaints Colt has addressed these problems and improved their QC with the newest SAA's (4th Generation?).
I know the USFA guns are top notch (I've handled them), but they aren't real Colts.
I would like to hear your comments and impressions if you own a newer Colt SAA or have handled one recently.
Thanks,
Randy
I'm open to buying a new third generation gun in .45 Colt with the 5.5'' barrel but I have read in several places that many of the 80's and 90's guns don't have the best fit and finish. Many of the complaints are centered around the over polishing prior to blueing were the edges that are supposed to be nice and sharp are rounded out because of excessive polishing, this includes the cylinder flutes, the front sight, and a "dished out" appearance around the screws.
I've also read that because of these past complaints Colt has addressed these problems and improved their QC with the newest SAA's (4th Generation?).
I know the USFA guns are top notch (I've handled them), but they aren't real Colts.
I would like to hear your comments and impressions if you own a newer Colt SAA or have handled one recently.
Thanks,
Randy