The Pietta 1858 Sheriff is a short-barreled Remington 1858 reproduction with a 5.5-inch barrel suited for holster carry and compact use. The top-strap Remington frame retains full rigidity at the shorter barrel length, making the Sheriff model a practical choice for Cowboy Action Shooting competitors who prefer the Remington action. Type: Revolver Action: Single-Action Caliber: .44 Cal Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1993, Italy Weight: 40 oz Overall length: 11" Status: Active Intended use: competition, collector, muzzleloader