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Colt Single Action Army 5.5in .44 Special

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

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

SAA in .44 Special with 5.5-inch barrel, a classic pairing favored by handloaders and cowboy action competitors.

Type: Revolver

Action: Single-Action

Caliber: .44 Special

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 1873, USA

Weight: 40.5 oz

Overall length: 11.1"

Status: Active

Intended use: Cowboy Action, Collecting