The Pietta 1858 Remington Army is a single-action black powder revolver in .44 caliber with an 8-inch barrel and a 6-round cylinder. It has a blue steel finish and walnut grips. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Pietta 
• Model: 1858 Remington Army 
• Caliber: .44 Cal 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 8 inches 
• Color/Finish: Blue 
• Grips: Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

• 8-inch barrel in .44 caliber 
• 6-round cylinder, percussion cap operation 
• Blue steel frame and barrel finish 
• Walnut grip panels 
• Solid-frame Remington-pattern design

Owners of the Pietta 1858 Remington Army commonly cite the solid-frame design as a practical advantage over open-top percussion revolvers. The 8-inch barrel gives it a long sight radius that target shooters and black powder hobbyists appreciate, and the blue finish gets good marks for its depth and consistency.

The walnut grips tend to feel solid in hand, though some owners swap them for custom aftermarket sets. Cylinder timing and cylinder-pin fit split opinion, with most finding it acceptable out of the box but a few recommending a light polish job before serious use.

For the price, the 1858 Remington Army is generally considered a solid entry point into black powder shooting. Owners who compare it to more expensive reproductions often find the Pietta holds its own on fit and finish, though trigger pull weight is a recurring topic in longer-term reviews.