The Uberti 1871 Navy Early Version is an Open-Top single-action revolver chambered in .45 Colt, with a 5.5-inch barrel and blue finish. It's modeled on the original late-19th-century design and built for cowboy action shooting, reenactments, and collectors who want an authentic reproduction.
Key Specifications
- Model: 1871 Navy Early Version
- Manufacturer: Uberti
- GSIN: UBERT-SWYU1DEM
- Caliber: .45 Colt
- Barrel Length: 5.5 inches
- Total Length: 11 inches
- Weight: 2.6 lbs.
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Finish: Blue
- Material: C/H Frame, Brass B/S and T/G
- Rate of Twist: 1:16 RH
- Left Handed: No
Features
The open-top frame reduces weight and makes cylinder access straightforward. The combination of a case-hardened frame with brass backstrap and trigger guard is period-correct and gives the revolver a distinctive look.
The 1:16 RH twist rate handles a range of .45 Colt loads consistently. At 5.5 inches, the barrel is shorter than many classic revolver configurations, which helps with maneuverability at cowboy action events.
Usage
This is a solid choice for cowboy action shooting where period-correct styling is required, and it works equally well as a display piece or for range sessions. The .45 Colt recoil is manageable at this weight. Not suited for concealed carry or defensive use given its size and single-action mechanism.