I am looking for a 1860 Army. I know the 2nd gen colts are the best but a bit pricey if ya ask me what else?
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1860 Army
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You can't go wrong with a new Uberti.
Some times you can find a Belgian made Centaure at a good price on GoneBroker. They are every bit as well-made as a Colt, and have actual case hardening, not just dye.
Some times you can find a Belgian made Centaure at a good price on GoneBroker. They are every bit as well-made as a Colt, and have actual case hardening, not just dye.
As far as Colts go, would only consider them as an investment if unfired. Only time will tell if that makes sense. When I was shooting SASS they did not hold their own own when up against Uberti or Pietta samples. And at at multiple times the cost.
Only have one Uberti left in the stable. Last few have been disappointing. Short arbor being biggest complaint. Also found cylinder bore diameter to be significantly under rifling groove diameter, though Pietta’s were also undersized, just not as significant. Both Piettas and Ubertis open tops currently seem to suffer from late bolt timing, although that is easily fixed. Personally, if buying new, would lean towards Pietta. Fewer problems to deal with, at least in my opinion. Unless maybe if you find a great deal on a Uberti. Neither Pietta or Uberti are ‘investment’ guns in my opinion. Colt, maybe, but not as a shooter.
Only have one Uberti left in the stable. Last few have been disappointing. Short arbor being biggest complaint. Also found cylinder bore diameter to be significantly under rifling groove diameter, though Pietta’s were also undersized, just not as significant. Both Piettas and Ubertis open tops currently seem to suffer from late bolt timing, although that is easily fixed. Personally, if buying new, would lean towards Pietta. Fewer problems to deal with, at least in my opinion. Unless maybe if you find a great deal on a Uberti. Neither Pietta or Uberti are ‘investment’ guns in my opinion. Colt, maybe, but not as a shooter.
no Investment guns here I shoot my guns. So I will stay away from the colts.
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My 1860 was a Pietta with the steel frame. It is well made and accurate. Good luck trying to find any 1860. I couldn't find one online.
Jeff
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Dixie Gun Works shows the Pietta 1860 Army in stock as I write this. I've been really happy with my Pietta guns.
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They may be all relatively easy fixes, but hopefully not on a brand new gun. It peeves me when folks talk about receiving brand new guns with issues, and they debate whether to fix them or send it back. It happens so often buyers are almost accepting it as par for the course. /rant
Pietta's gotten to the point where they're just as good if not better than Uberti with their C&P revolvers.
Yeah I am seeing this toooo much..
Amen
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I have numerous Pietta 1860’s from the 1980’s to present and they all are great shooters I have not had any issues with any of them.
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Did you REALLY need to show me that?
Yeah as I had to bid. Geez
Hmmmm.... I don't know about that. I shoot my Second Generation Colt 1860 regularly, and it is holding up very well. I consider the Colt made products to be the top of the heap, with the Belgian made Centaure a possible tie. Uberti is also very good, and the current Piettas are probably equal to the Ubertis.
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Now I know whats next! LOL.
Big difference between shooting ‘regularly’ and shooting SASS matches. Guys would show off their Colts before or after a match, but kept them locked up during the match, when they shot their Italian reproductions or ROAs.
Ubertis use to be the best but when Pietta when to new CNC machines they are just a cut above Uberti in fit of parts and gun assembly. I think Uberti has the better cosmetic looks but falls short on internal parts fit . I purchased a Uberti Walker about a month ago and was very disappointed in the assembly of the revolver but it looked fantastic on the outside. I have yet to shoot it because of the COVID-19 has my range closed down.
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Last week I got my first real Colt, a second generation 1851 Navy made in 71-72. I have numerous Ubertis from an early 1858 Remington SN#4xx made in 1961 to the present. While some of the Ubertis are finished nicely, very nicely in fact there is difference with the Colt. The Colt's finish is top notch. The nicest Uberti is an 1861 London Navy made in 1991 that runs a close second for depth of blue and polish. I slopped into my Colt for $500 shipped from a fellow poster. It's just what I wanted, a nicely worn shooter that looks like a well preserved 1st generation. The true Colt experience has me to seeking out another well used 2nd generation Colt, this time an 1860 Army for a shooter. Your luck and the weight of your wallet may vary.
