The Great Western Arms Co. single action revolver was manufactured in Los Angeles, California from 1954 through approximately 1964. The Great Western was produced as a close copy of the Colt Single Action Army, using a nearly identical lockwork and dimensional profile. Great Western Arms positioned the revolver as a domestically produced alternative to the original Colt SAA during a period when Colt had discontinued production of the Single Action Army (1941 to 1956), leaving a gap in the market that Great Western sought to fill. The revolvers were offered in a range of barrel lengths and chamberings, and total production is estimated at roughly 22,000 units across all configurations. 

This example is chambered in .44 Magnum and sports a 7.5 inch barrel. The frame features a color case hardening finish, while the grip frame, trigger guard, barrel, cylinder, and trigger are blued. Sights consist of a blade front and a notch rear integral to the frame. The revolver is fitted with wood grips. No original box or accessories included.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Great Western Arms Company
• Caliber: .44 Magnum
• Action: Single action
• Barrel: 7.5 inches
• Frame: Steel
• Finish: Color case hardened, blued
• Grips: Wood
• Sights: Blade front, notch rear
• Capacity: 6 rounds