The Cimarron Pistolero is a single-action revolver chambered in .45 Colt, built on a color case-hardened frame with a blued barrel and cylinder. The 4.75-inch barrel and 6-round cylinder follow the pre-war 1896-1940 SAA configuration. Walnut grips and a wide front sight complete the traditional setup. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Pistolero Pre-War 1896-1940 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Weight: 2.48 lbs 
• Sights: Wide Front Sight 
• Grips: Walnut 
• Finish Type: Blued Barrel; Color Case Hardened Frame 
   

Detailed Features 

• Color case-hardened frame with blued barrel and cylinder 
• Wide front sight for faster target acquisition 
• Walnut grip panels 
• Single-action mechanism -- hammer must be cocked manually before each shot 
• .45 Colt chambering with manageable recoil for a revolver this size 
   
  The Pistolero is an Italian-made reproduction built to pre-war SAA specifications. The single-action format is well-suited to cowboy action shooting where historical authenticity matters, but the 6-round SAO configuration means slower reloads than modern revolvers. Cimarron's quality control is generally regarded as solid within the reproduction market.

The Cimarron Pistolero gets strong reviews from its core audience -- cowboy action shooters and collectors who want a well-made period-correct .45 Colt revolver.

Fit and finish draw consistent praise. The case-hardened frame and blued barrel are well-executed, and the walnut grips are comfortable in hand. Shooting feedback is positive: the action is smooth, and the .45 LC recoil is manageable despite the revolver's 2.48 lb weight. Most owners who use it for SASS competition or historical reenactments come away satisfied.

The debates are predictable for the format. Some shooters note the single-action, 6-round design isn't well-suited to self-defense compared to modern alternatives -- which is fair, since the Pistolero was never marketed for that. Price is a recurring topic; some buyers see the Cimarron asking price as high for the reproduction market, while others point to the fit and finish as justification. Overall the Pistolero earns its reputation among traditional revolver enthusiasts and competitive shooters who value period-correct design over modern capacity.

The walnut grips fit the frame very well, and their color nicely complements the brass grip frame. Mine has also proven accurate, with an easy hammer and trigger pull. Cleaning it is straightforward, and the overall appearance has the classic western character I wanted.