Pietta Great Western II Premier 44-40 Revolver
Hammer-forged steel barrel and drop-forged frame with case-hardened finish. Features floating firing pin in hammer and CNC-machined construction for authentic 1873 revolver performance.
Pietta Great Western II Premier Revolver
The Great Western II Premier represents a faithful interpretation of America's most iconic revolver—the 1873 Single Action Army. Pietta has engineered these firearms with the same fundamental principles that made the original design legendary.
Construction & Materials
Barrel & Frame: Hammer-forged steel construction throughout, with frames drop-forged and then precision CNC-machined for consistent fit and function.
Finish: Case-hardened frame with blued barrel, delivering both authentic aesthetics and functional corrosion resistance.
Mechanical Features
- Floating firing pin mounted in the hammer (not the frame), reducing the risk of accidental discharge
- Six-round cylinder in 44-40 caliber
- 5.5-inch barrel length—a classic proportion favored by working gunfighters
- Traditional single-action operation
Why This Matters
The floating firing pin design is a critical safety feature that distinguishes quality single-action revolvers. Combined with Pietta's attention to metallurgy and machining precision, the Great Western II Premier delivers reliability you can depend on whether you're shooting competition, hunting, or enjoying historical reenactment.
This is a revolver built to work, not merely to display.
Features
- single action revolver in 44/40
- 5.5 in. barrel
- color case hardened frame
