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." This example of the classic SAA 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, cylinder, and barrel. The included factory letter states the revolver was shipped to Hartley & Graham of New York City on February 1, 1887, with a 7 1/2 inch barrel in .44-40 caliber, blue finish and type of stocks not listed.

Very good plus , displaying authentic gray patina associated with a sidearm that has spent generations in a challenging environment with traces of original blue in the protected areas. The acid etched panel is legible. The grip is fine with much of the original varnish, showing similar "working gun" character with a chip at the top (right side) and previous owner initials hand marked on the bottom. Mechanically excellent. An acid etched black powder Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Amy revolver that has a story or two to tell.