The Artillery Model SAA with 5.5-inch barrel, reissued to cavalry troopers after the Spanish-American War. Many were refurbished at Springfield Armory and reissued with mismatched parts. Type: Revolver Action: Single-Action Caliber: 45 Colt Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1873, USA Weight: 35.5 oz Overall length: 11" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service, General Use