The Cimarron Model P is a single-action revolver chambered in .44-40 WCF with a 4.75-inch barrel. It has a case-hardened frame with a blued finish, walnut grips, 6-round capacity, and 3-dot sights. This is the pre-war configuration with case hardened and blued metalwork. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Cimarron 
• Model: Model P 
• Caliber: .44-40 WCF 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Color/Finish: Case Hardened / Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

• 4.75-inch barrel in pre-war configuration 
• Case-hardened frame with blued barrel and cylinder 
• Walnut grips 
• 6-round cylinder 
• 3-dot sights

The Model P in .44-40 WCF appeals to owners who want a historically accurate cartridge pairing. The 4.75-inch barrel length is popular as a middle ground between the short sheriff's cut and the longer cavalry configuration, and owners generally find it well-balanced.

Cimarron's case hardening on the Model P draws consistent positive attention. The color case finish is considered attractive for the price, though some owners note variation between examples. Fit between cylinder and barrel throat is an area where some report a need for minor gunsmithing to achieve optimal accuracy.

Ammo availability for .44-40 WCF is a regular topic. Owners accept that it is less common than centerfire pistol calibers, but those committed to the cartridge say it is part of the appeal. Pricing for Cimarron SAA-pattern revolvers is generally viewed as reasonable for Italian-made quality.

This Model P has a particularly nice finish, and the trigger compares favorably with the one on my second-generation Colt in the same chambering. It is simply a very nice revolver, with those two details making the strongest impression on me.