Firearms

Colt Model 1878 DA

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Serial Number Data

Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Colt's large-frame double-action intended for the US Cavalry. Bought in quantity by the Army.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .45 Colt

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 1878, USA

Weight: 37 oz

Overall length: 9.5"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: military, collecting