When introduced in 1877, the .44-40 W.C.F. Single Action Army, or Frontier Six Shooter, was intended to be used in conjunction with another legendary western icon, the Winchester Model 1873 rifle, which came standard in the same chambering. "The .44-40 W.C.F. 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 Colt Single Action Army in .44-40 was named the "Frontier Six Shooter", after J.P. Moore's Sons ordered some in 1878. The accompanying factory letter for this very fine example states the revolver was manufactured circa 1886 and that there are no shipping records available for this particular Peacemaker. The barrel features the standard one-line Hartford address on top and the highly desirable "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in an acid etched panel on the left side. The barrel is also marked "44" in small font on the bottom indicating the .44-40 WCF chambering. The left side of the frame is marked with the three-line patent dates. The trigger guard is marked "44 CAL" on the left side. Matching serial numbers appear on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap. The assembly number "421" appears on the loading gate. Provenance: The TTT Collection

Very fine, retaining 70% original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. The acid etched panel is clear. The hammer and frame retain 60% original case colors. The slightly age shrunken replacement grips are also very fine with typical age lines on the bottom, some minor handling marks, and highly attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent. This antique acid etched panel Colt Frontier Six Shooter SAA revolver displays nicely and will be a welcomed addition to any SAA or Western collection.