The Colt Single Action Army (SAA) Peacemaker is a single-action revolver chambered in .45 Colt, with a 7.5-inch barrel and the blued/color case hardened finish combination that has defined the model since the 1870s. The hammer must be manually cocked before each shot, which is the defining characteristic of the design and gives it a distinctly deliberate feel. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 1794005568 
• UPC: 098289009050 
• Brand: Colt 
• Model Name: SAA Peacemaker (Single Action Army) 
• Caliber: .45 Colt 
• Barrel Length: 7.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 13 inches 
• Weight: 44 oz (approximately 2.75 lbs) 
• Action Type: Single Action Revolver 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Sights: Fixed Blade Front Sight 
• Finish: Blued with Color Case Hardened Frame 
• Grip Material/Type: Black Composite A2 Pistol Grip 
   

Detailed Features 

The single-action mechanism requires you to cock the hammer between shots, which slows the cadence but makes each trigger pull consistent and clean. The blued barrel paired with a color case hardened frame is the classic Peacemaker look, and Colt's production versions hold close to the original pattern. 
 
At 44 ounces the revolver is full-sized and substantial in hand. The fixed blade front sight is no-frills, adequate for the pistol's intended distance range. The standard grip fits a range of hand sizes.

The Colt SAA Peacemaker generates strong interest among collectors and cowboy action shooters. Most of the appreciation centers on its historical significance and the authenticity Colt brings to the design -- this is the actual Colt factory version, not a clone, which matters to people who care about provenance.

The craftsmanship draws consistent praise. The fit between the cylinder and frame, the case coloring, and the overall finish are frequently cited as better than the Italian-made alternatives at comparable price points.

The single-action mechanism has its fans and its critics in the same thread. Cowboy action shooters appreciate the deliberate rhythm it demands. People evaluating it for self-defense or everyday carry consistently note that the design is not practical for those applications, given the manual hammer and 6-round capacity.

Weight comes up as a minor point. Some users find the 44 oz heft comfortable for stability; others note it adds up on a long day at the range. Collectors tend to overlook this entirely since display and occasional range use are the primary use cases for most owners.