Black powder is filthy stuff that clogs up the cylinder very fast and requires constant cleaning with soap & water after each use. I tried it and soon left it on the shelf. It is much nicer to shoot my SA army with modern clean burning powders and you can shoot all day long without cylinder cycling issues that cause main spring stress.
If you like the Colt SA army and think its a masterpiece you should look into the Standard Manufacturing made SA army models produced today in Connecticut USA by true craftsmen that make all the old Colts look like they were made by second hand craftsmen. Neither of them are inexpensive guns regardless of maker. But the Standard Manufacturing guns are clearly made much better today than Colt could make them back in the day before CZ firearms bought out Colt last year.
@@TommygunNG Mine has an interior "transfer bar" that slides up in the hammer channel when the hammer is cocked, blocking the firing pin from the hammer when it (the hammer) is cocked. The bar slides down in the channel when the trigger is pulled.
@@701CPD Excellent. Problem is, too many purists won't insist on one in Colt SAAs and replicas. CAS people need to learn they can do their sport and still be safe. (And have the full capacity for their weapon.)
I have a ( new) 3rd Gen just like this still in the box with the original price tag of $325 that my wife gave me for Christmas in 1977 ,I think that I’ll take it out and compare features with this one to see if any changes
Terrible how hard these iconic guns are to find and if you do starting price seems to be at least $2500. Last Friday for no good reason at all I went to a local gun shop saw these two Colt boxes being unpacked. Turns out they had two SAA come in first ones they had for four years
I bought a SSA maybe in the 80's, 90's, 2000s that has the notches on the hammer cast into it instead of cut. I hate it. I was going to call the custom shop to see if they could replace it. You really can't get a good grip on it.
Wow what a great video I was just looking on colts website. I have several uberti's and ruger vaquero, how do you like your new colt? I think i would have used smokeless ammo lol
It's ok. Frankly... as far as shooting goes, my Uberti Cattlemans do just fine. After I got the Colt opened up, there was a lot of clean up work left to do in the action that would have taken 10 more minutes for a skilled builder at Colt to fix. I really wanted another second generation Colt SAA but they were more expensive than this new one!
@@bibbyman2 do you mind telling what the cost of your new colt was? Thanks. Also I take my uberti as backup gun when I'm deer hunting. It's never failed me. But I really like the idea of have a colt :)
@@bibbyman2thanks I just bought a 3rd Gen colt SAA for 2000. From a local gun store had no choice when I called colt it was a year just to put me on the list. I have 4 uberti's and 2 Blackhawks. And 1 ruger vaquero. With all the gun laws we may only be able to have single action in the future lol thank bro hope you do more single action videos.
@@mountainman.4478 - In CA handguns cannot be sold unless they are on the state's approved list. The good news is that single action revolvers are exempted from having to be on the list. Long live the single action! Just as surely as automatic transmissions are made for people that don't want to learn how to drive, double action revolvers are made for people that don't want to learn how to shoot.
I probably could but there are plenty already made that already cover that topic. Also, in full disclosure what I'm shooting in these guns are not true black powder but Alliant BlackMZ substitute. The cases are not 45 Colt but C45S. Thanks for watching.
The Cowboy 45 Special, C45S for short, was a custom made cartridge made by cutting a 45 Colt case to the same length as 45ACP. It become popular with Cowboy action shooters because of the smaller case volume ment more efficient use of powder. It can be used in 45 Colt handguns without modifications. In some lever action rifles with some modifications to the rifle. The case has went through several owners but now is owned by Starline Brass. www.starlinebrass.com/45-cowboy-special/
@@bibbyman2 - I checked out the link to the Starline Brass website and noticed that they are out of stock and are not taking backorders. The first comment on that site mentioned the advantage of the Ruger Blackhawk Convertible that has separate cylinders for .45 Long Colt and .45 ACP. I have one, but I don't think I would use black powder in it because it is more involved to take apart for a complete cleaning than the Colt SAA.
@@jamesday7344 yeah I took out my 50 year old 22 Peacemaker after this comment and my way didn’t seem right, the cylinder would still rotate backwards onto a live round.As far as half cock down , I let the hammer down from half cock on a Ruger 3 screw and let the hammer slip from my thumb only 1/4 inch away from the firing pin and BOOM ! Went harmlessly into the ground ( Daddv told me back in 1960 “;son don’t ever point a gun at anybody you don’t need to shoot , loaded or unloaded “ .
How ignorant to shoot two guns, one in each hand. A stupid show off tactic. A new $2000 gun and the first thing you do is that? You might have shown us a group size from a bench rest, or at least use both hands on ONE gun to see how it shoots.
@@michaelgibbs3011 Everyone who ever carried one,prior to the advent of Cowboy action shooting and anyone born,prior to about the 80's..I challenge you to show me anyone who shot a SAA with 2 hands prior to those 2 examples,who wasnt an ignorant beginner or someone,with a dumb ass opinion..If you truly knew single actions,then you would see that in the design..I bet you are another of those,who thinks you Have to carry a SAA,with the "Cowboy Load",to carry safely too,which is a sure bet,based on your attitude..A little History lesson for ya,Smart guy..The SAA and its percussion predecessors were invented and marketed for use by the ARMY and at that time,was a mounted Military hence the name,SINGLE ACTION ARMY...Ever shot any from Horseback there buddy?????...Yeah,i didnt think so,or you wouldnt be expressing your rude and dumb ass comments..
@@TightwadTodd sir, I'm somewhere I can't respond. for now I will say I've gained some respect for you. Although I have a bit more. Tomorrow maybe. Tks for your answer.
@@michaelgibbs3011 Much better Attitude and presentation and one that would incline me to be more polite and forthcoming with info that could be constructive and educational,regarding a subject that i not only have experience with,but have researched as well..
Much respect for you shooting black powder of these! Too many people are scared to get their Colts dirty, but they end up never really enjoying them!
Black powder is filthy stuff that clogs up the cylinder very fast and requires constant cleaning with soap & water after each use. I tried it and soon left it on the shelf. It is much nicer to shoot my SA army with modern clean burning powders and you can shoot all day long without cylinder cycling issues that cause main spring stress.
Just shoot cowboy loads, they have extra powder for more smoke, but are less powerful
In 1880 the average owner age of an 1873 SAA was 35. in 2023, it's 75.
Wonderful gun, a true masterpiece. God bless the Republic, God bless America. Greetings from Italy
If you like the Colt SA army and think its a masterpiece you should look into the Standard Manufacturing made SA army models produced today in Connecticut USA by true craftsmen that make all the old Colts look like they were made by second hand craftsmen. Neither of them are inexpensive guns regardless of maker. But the Standard Manufacturing guns are clearly made much better today than Colt could make them back in the day before CZ firearms bought out Colt last year.
I've got a 4.5" Uberti Cattleman SAA in .45 LC. Not a Colt, but beautiful replica.
What's the safety system on those?
@@TommygunNG Mine has an interior "transfer bar" that slides up in the hammer channel when the hammer is cocked, blocking the firing pin from the hammer when it (the hammer) is cocked. The bar slides down in the channel when the trigger is pulled.
@@701CPD Excellent. Problem is, too many purists won't insist on one in Colt SAAs and replicas. CAS people need to learn they can do their sport and still be safe. (And have the full capacity for their weapon.)
Quality makes it a Colt. Beautiful revolvers.
Two very beautiful Colt Single Action you have
I have a ( new) 3rd Gen just like this still in the box with the original price tag of $325 that my wife gave me for Christmas in 1977 ,I think that I’ll take it out and compare features with this one to see if any changes
That would be a dream come true.
I need to add one of these to my collection.
Happy Birthday, Sir! Great Guns!
Terrible how hard these iconic guns are to find and if you do starting price seems to be at least $2500. Last Friday for no good reason at all I went to a local gun shop saw these two Colt boxes being unpacked. Turns out they had two SAA come in first ones they had for four years
Beautiful guns and good shooting
Nice pistols.... I like the 5.5 inch barrels also
Those really ARE "smoke-wagons!"
Both great guns and shooting.
Looks like a good time .
Beautiful
I bought a SSA maybe in the 80's, 90's, 2000s that has the notches on the hammer cast into it instead of cut. I hate it. I was going to call the custom shop to see if they could replace it. You really can't get a good grip on it.
Those are smoke wagons for sure 5:43
Wow what a great video I was just looking on colts website. I have several uberti's and ruger vaquero, how do you like your new colt? I think i would have used smokeless ammo lol
It's ok. Frankly... as far as shooting goes, my Uberti Cattlemans do just fine. After I got the Colt opened up, there was a lot of clean up work left to do in the action that would have taken 10 more minutes for a skilled builder at Colt to fix. I really wanted another second generation Colt SAA but they were more expensive than this new one!
@@bibbyman2 do you mind telling what the cost of your new colt was? Thanks. Also I take my uberti as backup gun when I'm deer hunting. It's never failed me. But I really like the idea of have a colt :)
@@mountainman.4478 1800+shipping and transfer.
@@bibbyman2thanks I just bought a 3rd Gen colt SAA for 2000. From a local gun store had no choice when I called colt it was a year just to put me on the list. I have 4 uberti's and 2 Blackhawks. And 1 ruger vaquero. With all the gun laws we may only be able to have single action in the future lol thank bro hope you do more single action videos.
@@mountainman.4478 - In CA handguns cannot be sold unless they are on the state's approved list. The good news is that single action revolvers are exempted from having to be on the list. Long live the single action!
Just as surely as automatic transmissions are made for people that don't want to learn how to drive, double action revolvers are made for people that don't want to learn how to shoot.
Colt now a division of CZ firearms.
Awesome, better than becoming a licensed name like Winchester.
I have both 2nd. Gen, and 3rd. Gen. I like older better.
Why all the smoke??
Those must be all black powder loads
Can you create a reloading video for black powder .45 Colt cartridges..??
I probably could but there are plenty already made that already cover that topic. Also, in full disclosure what I'm shooting in these guns are not true black powder but Alliant BlackMZ substitute. The cases are not 45 Colt but C45S. Thanks for watching.
I was reading your comments with the one fella and you said you weren’t using 45 colt cases what are c45s cases?
The Cowboy 45 Special, C45S for short, was a custom made cartridge made by cutting a 45 Colt case to the same length as 45ACP. It become popular with Cowboy action shooters because of the smaller case volume ment more efficient use of powder. It can be used in 45 Colt handguns without modifications. In some lever action rifles with some modifications to the rifle. The case has went through several owners but now is owned by Starline Brass. www.starlinebrass.com/45-cowboy-special/
@@bibbyman2 - I checked out the link to the Starline Brass website and noticed that they are out of stock and are not taking backorders. The first comment on that site mentioned the advantage of the Ruger Blackhawk Convertible that has separate cylinders for .45 Long Colt and .45 ACP. I have one, but I don't think I would use black powder in it because it is more involved to take apart for a complete cleaning than the Colt SAA.
All that smoke, you must be shooting black powder loads.
Brasil
Would rather have older colt, New ones arn"t made as good, CZ
These are not comparable to archery. There is a difference. Are you a left-handed man or a right-handed man, here the fixation differs
I never understood the load one skip one method instead of load 5 and let hammer down from half cock onto empty chamber
That will cause cylinder drag (that ring around your cylinder) always cock fully then let down
Maybe something with the hand and/or bolt also. I’ve always been told don’t lower the hammer from half cock.
@@jamesday7344 yeah I took out my 50 year old 22 Peacemaker after this comment and my way didn’t seem right, the cylinder would still rotate backwards onto a live round.As far as half cock down , I let the hammer down from half cock on a Ruger 3 screw and let the hammer slip from my thumb only 1/4 inch away from the firing pin and BOOM ! Went harmlessly into the ground ( Daddv told me back in 1960 “;son don’t ever point a gun at anybody you don’t need to shoot , loaded or unloaded “ .
"Load one; skip one."
A lousy transfer bar, and the legendary six-shooter would be an actual six-shooter.
Just dont drop your gun youll be fine
@@chocolatemilk4437 And when that does happen?
Reality bites.
All that smoke hard to see a target use smokeless ammo and those guns gonna be harder to clean also !!!
Well, the smoke and flame is what it's all about! Not hard to clean at all. Just scrub them out in the kitchen sink.
Owl Creek knows what shooting those Colts means.
Berapac
How ignorant to shoot two guns, one in each hand. A stupid show off tactic. A new $2000 gun and the first thing you do is that? You might have shown us a group size from a bench rest, or at least use both hands on ONE gun to see how it shoots.
Considering that these guns were designed to shoot one handed,,,Id say that comment was ignorant
TWT, who told you they were designed" to be fired one-handed? Did Sam Colt tell you? Or is it just your own dumb-ass opinion?
@@michaelgibbs3011 Everyone who ever carried one,prior to the advent of Cowboy action shooting and anyone born,prior to about the 80's..I challenge you to show me anyone who shot a SAA with 2 hands prior to those 2 examples,who wasnt an ignorant beginner or someone,with a dumb ass opinion..If you truly knew single actions,then you would see that in the design..I bet you are another of those,who thinks you Have to carry a SAA,with the "Cowboy Load",to carry safely too,which is a sure bet,based on your attitude..A little History lesson for ya,Smart guy..The SAA and its percussion predecessors were invented and marketed for use by the ARMY and at that time,was a mounted Military hence the name,SINGLE ACTION ARMY...Ever shot any from Horseback there buddy?????...Yeah,i didnt think so,or you wouldnt be expressing your rude and dumb ass comments..
@@TightwadTodd sir, I'm somewhere I can't respond. for now I will say I've gained some respect for you. Although I have a bit more. Tomorrow maybe. Tks for your answer.
@@michaelgibbs3011 Much better Attitude and presentation and one that would incline me to be more polite and forthcoming with info that could be constructive and educational,regarding a subject that i not only have experience with,but have researched as well..