1860 Colt vs. 1858 Remington

[BadDaditood]

How many "boths" equal 87? .

I don’t recommend doing it my way, I collected pert near every model (US and CS) in .44 only to find I prefer the feel of the .36s better… I only have a half dozen of those so far.
Please don’t tell me there’s another caliber(!)

 

[wiscoaster]

....Looks like Midway just got a shipment of Uberti revolvers - good prices too. I ordered a London model '51 Navy yesterday.

Oohh ... can't wait to go back and look again. That would make my day!! Thanks!!

 

[wiscoaster]

...You can inter change the fluted cylinder with an engraved cylinder by uberti and have both ....

Thanks!! I was wondering if you could do that. Possible alternative course of action.

 

[wiscoaster]

Kittery Trading Post has uberti 1860 army with engraved cylinder for 379. That is the best price I can find for one that is available today.

Thanks!! They didn't come up on search yesterday so will directly go to check. If memory serves I think I've ordered something milsurp related from them before. No, on second thought, I think it was a Gunbroker auction. Anyway, the name rang a bell when I read your post.

 

[wiscoaster]

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Where are ya cheese-head?

Packer country.

 

[Bnewberry]

I have a little problem with caps jamming my 58, used both 10 , 11. Help

Try new nipples.

 

[ormond tony]

GO NAVY!!!!

 

[Packrat]

Thought of this last night, The Colt is your wife, the remington is your Mistress
Sorry Ladies

 

[Hlane]

The Remington has better sights.View attachment 228627

Off topic, but that's great looking hipster! Where'd you get it?

 

[ArmorerRoy]

Off topic, but that's great looking hipster! Where'd you get it?

https://www.ccsutlery.com/store/civil-war-accessories.html

 

[wiscoaster]

Ordered from Midway USA. $350 before promo discount:

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1970158854
What threw me the first time I was there was that the picture shown on the product page is that of the model with the fluted cylinder. However, the manufacturer product number, 340400, is for the engraved cylinder model, also in the detailed specs list (scroll way down) it says "non fluted". I suppose I'm taking a bit of a gamble and should have clarified the discrepancy before ordering, but .... being a weekend and all .... didn't want to wait for an email response from customer service.

 

[AlexB]

Ordered from Midway USA. $350 before promo discount:

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1970158854
What threw me the first time I was there was that the picture shown on the product page is that of the model with the fluted cylinder. However, the manufacturer product number, 340400, is for the engraved cylinder model, also in the detailed specs list (scroll way down) it says "non fluted". I suppose I'm taking a bit of a gamble and should have clarified the discrepancy before ordering, but .... being a weekend and all .... didn't want to wait for an email response from customer service.

Can't go wrong really.........

 

[wiscoaster]

Can't go wrong really.........

No, 'cuz if they send me the fluted model, I just got it at a better price.

 

[mushka]

To reply to the original question, there is no real disadvantage to either revolver. Both are excellent and your personal preference is what will make the difference for you. Handle both and make the choice. You might want both.

 

[Rfp10000]

I’d be amazed if you don’t end up with some of each … once you get one ..

 

[Flintlock Whiskey]

I’d be amazed if you don’t end up with some of each … once you get one ..

They are like honey roasted peanuts, you can't just have one.

 

[MSW]

I'm eyeballing a cap and ball revolver as my next muzzle loading pistol. Top of my list are the "Army" revolvers used in the Civil War. The two main choices I'm considering are the reproductions of the Remington 1858 and the Colt 1860 44 cal revolvers. There appear to be some significant differences leading to similar functionality. Which do you think would make the better choice for me as my first cap and ball revolver? And why? And which manufacturer? Thanks ..

i assume that you don't have the funds right now to buy one of each, so here goes:

se if you can get someone who owns one (of each) to let you actually fire them... absent that, get the one which fits you hand (i.e. feels best) sounds kinda touchy-feely, but it works for me.

my personal opinion is that the colt fits better, but that's just me, and you hands are probably different than mine

good luck!

 

[wiscoaster]

i assume that you don't have the funds right now to buy one of each,...

Mainly it's funds available for when the credit cards come due in July, which is also the due month for the second installment of my property taxes around here. Jan, Apr, Jun, Jul, and Sep are the "cruel" months in my life cycle for funds availability.

 

[Vtmountaindeerhunter]

I can honestly say yes both. Order pietta from EMF company. They are owned by pietta and they provide the best customer service experience . And will always back up any problems parts etc.

 

[wganz]

You don't need both. Go with the Colt Army. You'll be holding and shooting a sidearm representing the culmination of military and firearm manufacturing history. From the Paterson to the Walker, Dragoon, 1851 Navy, 1860 Army, Colt SAA, to the M1911.

If you buy two, buy another and another and another and another model Colt for an expanded historical experience. << corrected

BLASPHEMY!!! Burn the heretic!!