Pietta reproduction of the Starr Arms Model 1858 Army double-action revolver. The second most purchased Union Army revolver after the Colt 1860 Army. Double-action mechanism was unusually advanced for the era. Type: Black Powder Revolver Action: Flintlock Caliber: .44 Cal Black Powder Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1858, Italy Weight: 48 oz Overall length: 13.5" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Collector, Reenactment