Manufactured in 1875-1889, the Model 1875 Single Action revolver was Remington's attempt to compete with the Colt Single Action Army and were also known as the Improved Army and Frontier Army. Although this model of revolver was arguably a better, more durable design than Colt's Single Action Army, the lack of government contracts and a slightly later start limited sales. Despite this, Remington's Model 1875 remained a desirable sidearm on the western frontier to those not caught up in the hype of Colt's revolver. The revolver has a rare factory blue finish on the barrel, cylinder and frame. Most of this model, if not nearly all, were nickel plated. The hammer is casehardened with knurled spur. The trigger is nitre blue. The top of the barrel is marked "E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILLION. N.Y. U.S.A." The left side of the frame on the front flat is marked "44" for the caliber designation .44-40 WCF. The matching three digit serial number is stamped on the left side of the frame and the back of both grip panels in pencil. The grip panels are nicely figured varnished walnut. Provenance: The Gateway Collection

Very fine, retaining 70% original blue finish with smooth gray patina on the balance and some minor pitting. 40% original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are also very fine with some wear on the bottom right panel and scattered minor handling marks and retain much of the original varnish. Mechanically excellent. A high condition representative example of Remington's iconic Model 1875 with scarce original blue finish. A must have for the serious Remington or American frontier collector.