Although it appears to be a conversion, the 1871-72 Open Top model was Colts first revolver specifically manufactured to fire a centerfire cartridge by incorporating the loading gate in the frame. Since Colt did not use percussion revolver parts, the revolver was manufactured as an entirely new model, first with Navy-sized grips, later with Army-sized grips. The Hickok model is a modern twist on the classic Open Top that features a snub nose barrel. This model features a case-hardened forged steel frame, round barrel with front blade sight, no ejector rod, blued steel grip parts, an Army-sized walnut grip, and a rear sight notch on the rear of the barrel.
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Barrel Length Range: | 3" to 3.99" |
Capacity: | 6rd |
Barrel Finish: | Blued |
Grips: | Walnut Army |
Series: | Open-Top |
Weight Range: | 2 lbs to 2.99 lbs |
Weight: | 2.20 lbs |
Frame Description: | Color Case Hardened Steel |
Cylinder Finish: | Blued |
Frame Finish: | Color Case Hardened |
Hammer Style: | Exposed |
Frame Material: | Steel |
Caliber: | 38 Special |
Action: | SAO |
Barrel Length: | 3.50" |
OAL: | 9.30" |
Max Capacity: | 6 |
Model: | The Hickok |
Sights: | Blade Front/Fixed Rear |