The Colt 1836 patent expired in 1857, and the next year, Remington introduced a solid-frame design that was both elegant and reliable. The 1858 Remington became so famous that it was the prevailing choice of military officers following the Civil War. Its full-frame design still makes it a top choice for black powder shooters today as the cylinder can be removed without taking the firearm completely apart, unlike the Colt models. The steel remington features a forged steel frame, blued parts, brass triggerguard, octagonal barrel, dovetail front blade sight, and walnut two-piece grips. A conversion cylinder is available for this model that is a drop-in conversion to smokeless .45LC/.45Schofield ammunition.
- Category : Black Powder Firearms
- Action : Revolver
- Caliber : 44 Black Powder
- Barrel Length : 5.5″
- Sights : Blade Front
- Ignition : Striker Fire
- OAL : 11.1″
- Weight : 2.5 lbs
- Finish : Blued