The .44-40 WCF SAA has found a special place in the hearts of Peacemaker collectors. When introduced in 1877, the .44-40 WCF SAA was intended to be used in conjunction with the another legendary Western icon, the Winchester Model 1873 Rifle, which used the same cartridge. "The .44-40 WCF was added to the list of Colt calibers for use with the popular Winchester rifle of the same caliber," wrote Colt author David Brown. "This combination of a rifle and a six shooter using the same cartridge made it possible for their user to buy only one kind of ammunition, and he could carry 'fodder' for both guns in the same cartridge belt." The included factory letter states the revolver was shipped on March 11, 1880, to Hartley & Graham of New York City with blue finish and .44-40 caliber chambering. The barrel length and type of stocks are not listed, a common indication of standard 7 1/2 inch barrel and walnut stocks. This shipment was for 30 guns. The frame is from a surplus U.S. government contract as the U.S. sub-inspector initials "DFC" for David F. Clark are stamped on the underside along with the letter "C." The left side of the barrel has the highly desirable "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in an acid etched panel. In 1889, this highly desirable acid etched panel was replaced with a roll stamped marking. The barrel has the correct "44" caliber designation stamped in small font on the underside. The top of the barrel is stamped with the one-line Hartford address. The left side of the frame has the three-line patent dates marking. The left side of the trigger guard is stamped "44 CF." Matching full or partial serial numbers appear on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, replacement cylinder (professionally renumbered to match), and barrel.

Very good, displaying a well traveled appearance with 20% original blue finish remaining in and around the sheltered areas. The etched panel is legible. The grips are good and show similar "working gun" character with a repair on the left side. Action functions, although needs work as hammer has only three clicks.