1858 The Ace
The Colt 1836 patent expired in 1857, and the next year, Remington introduced a solid-frame design that was both elegant and reliable. The 1858 Remington became so famous that it was the prevailing choice of military officers following the Civil War. Its full-frame design still makes it a top choice for black powder shooters today as the cylinder can be removed without taking the firearm completely apart, unlike the Colt models. The Ace model puts a modern spin on the much-loved 1858 Remington model with a snub nose barrel. Since this model has the shortened barrel length it features a "lever-latch" part to retain the cylinder pin in the frame and does not come with a loading lever. It also features a steel frame, brass triggerguard, octagonal barrel, fixed front blade sight, and different finish options for the two-piece grips. A conversion cylinder is available for this model that is a drop-in conversion to smokeless .45LC/.45Schofield ammunition.
SKU | 1858 The Ace |
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Barrel Length | 3" Octagonal |
Caliber | .44 |
Capacity | 6 |
Weight | 2 lbs |
Finish | Blued |
Grip/Stock | Varies |
Manufacturer | Pietta |
Sights | Fixed Front Blade, Rear Frame Notch |
Overall Length | 8.68" |
Action Version | Taylor Tuning Not Available |