The Cimarron Frontier is a single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum / .38 Special with a 5.5-inch barrel, color case-hardened frame, and blued barrel and cylinder. The Pre-War 1896-1940 designation refers to the Colt Single Action Army pattern it's based on, featuring a half-cock loading gate rather than a transfer bar safety. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024006777 
• UPC: 844234103133 
• Brand: Cimarron 
• Model Name: Frontier Pre-War 1896-1940 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Weight: 2.50 lbs 
• Sights: Wide Front 
• Grip Material: One-Piece Walnut 
• Finish Description: Color Case Hardened Frame; Blued Barrel and Cylinder 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The color case-hardened frame shows the characteristic swirling finish from the actual hardening process; no two are identical. The blued barrel and cylinder provide a classic contrast against the case-hardened frame. 
 
The one-piece walnut grip is a traditional design that fits most hands well. The wide front sight is appropriate for the distances involved in cowboy action shooting and recreational target work. 
 
The SAO mechanism requires manual hammer cocking before each shot. The .357 Mag chambering accepts .38 Special, which most competitive shooters prefer for reduced recoil and cost savings during high-round-count practice. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
This revolver is built for cowboy action shooting (CAS) competitions where SAO revolvers are required. It also suits collectors who want a period-correct SAA pattern revolver and range shooters who appreciate the traditional format. The 5.5-inch barrel is the standard length for CAS main-match competition.

The Cimarron Frontier attracts a focused audience: cowboy action shooters and traditional SAA revolver enthusiasts. Feedback reflects those buyers' priorities.

The color case-hardened finish is the most frequently praised aesthetic feature. Owners note the swirling pattern varies between individual guns, and the finish is considered authentic-looking rather than applied cosmetically. The blued barrel and cylinder combination is described as classic and well-executed.

The one-piece walnut grip gets positive marks for feel and appearance. It contributes to the period-correct look without the discomfort of smaller grips found on some competitors.

Shooting performance is consistently positive for the intended use cases. The SAO trigger is clean, accuracy is good at CAS distances, and the dual .357 Mag / .38 Special chambering gives flexibility. Most competitors run .38 Special for cost and recoil, then have the option of .357 Mag if needed.

The SAO operation comes up occasionally from buyers who weren't fully familiar with the platform before purchasing. For those who expected a double-action revolver, the half-cock loading procedure and manual hammer cocking can take adjustment. For the intended CAS audience, this is the expected format.

Weight at 2.50 lbs on a 5.5-inch barrel is considered appropriate for the category. A few comments about carrying in a belt rig for extended competition days mention the weight, which is standard for this class of revolver.