Pietta 1858 Army Features The Pietta 1858 Army pairs a brass frame with a blued steel octagon barrel and cylinder a combination that echoes the historic look of original Civil War era revolvers while offering modern manufacturing consistency. The 8 inch octagon barrel carries a 1 in 3 inch twist rate suited to the round ball and conical bullet loads typical of cap and ball shooting. Its 6 round cylinder is finished in the same blued steel as the barrel giving the revolver a cohesive traditional appearance from grip to muzzle. Because the frame is brass rather than steel the 1858 Army carries the lighter feel and warmer tone long associated with early production Remington style revolvers. Smooth walnut grips complete the traditional aesthetic while providing a comfortable secure hold during firing an important detail given the recoil and weight distribution of a black powder revolver. The single action only mechanism requires the hammer to be manually cocked before each shot keeping the shooting process authentic to the era the gun represents. This combination of period correct materials and classic styling makes the 1858 Army equally suited to historical reenactment cowboy action shooting or simply enjoying black powder shooting as a hobby. For collectors and shooters drawn to the history and ritual of cap and ball revolvers the Pietta 1858 Army Brass delivers an authentic shooting experience. Pietta 1858 Army Specifications Manufacturer: Pietta Model: 1858 Army Action: SAO Caliber: .44 Cal Capacity: 6 Rounds Barrel Length: 8 Barrel Description: Octagon Twist Rate: 1:3 Frame Material: Brass Frame Finish: Brass Barrel Finish: Blued Cylinder Finish: Blued Grips: Walnut Available At: GrabAGun