The Pietta 1851 Navy Yank Sheriff is a single-action black powder revolver chambered in .44 Cal with a 4.88-inch blued barrel. It has a color case hardened steel frame with walnut grips. The cylinder holds 6 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Pietta 
• Model: 1851 Navy Yank Sheriff 
• Caliber: .44 Cal 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.88 in 
• Color/Finish: Blued barrel, Color Case Hardened frame 
   

Detailed Features 

• Color case hardened steel frame 
• Blued barrel finish 
• Walnut grip panels 
• 6-round cylinder capacity 
• Sheriff-length 4.88-inch barrel for a more compact profile

The Pietta 1851 Navy Yank Sheriff attracts owners who want the classic Navy revolver in a shorter, handier configuration. The 4.88-inch barrel makes it noticeably more balanced than full-length 1851 variants, and most shooters find it easy to handle at the range.

The color case hardened frame is a point of appreciation for many owners. Fit and finish are generally considered good for the price, though opinions on the walnut grips are split between those who find them comfortable and those who prefer a slightly fuller grip shape.

Reliability with black powder loads is generally praised, and Pietta's Italian manufacturing reputation carries weight in this category. A common note is that cleaning after a shooting session requires attention to the case hardened surfaces to preserve their finish over time.