I've owned both 1858 Remingtons and 1851 and 1860 Colts, by both Uberti and Pietta, for many years. On Range Day, I find myself reaching for the Colts more often. One of my favorites is the Navy in .44*, a Pietta, although I own mostly Ubertis. I like the Navy grip better, and I find .44 easier to handle, along with more smoke-and-noise. Plus, for some reason, that particular gun shoots to point-of-aim at shorter ranges - my 1858 Rem's sights are all set really high for anything closer than 30 yds or so. (* yes, aware Colt never made the 1851 in .44)