Uberti 1871 Open Top Early Model Navy Revolver U341356, .45 Colt, 5.5″, Walnut Stock, Blued Finish

The Uberti 1871 Open Top Early Model Navy Revolver U341356 is a faithful reproduction of one of the most historically significant Colt revolvers ever made. Chambered in .45 Colt with a 5.5-inch barrel, this revolver combines authentic 19th-century design with Uberti’s modern craftsmanship. With its walnut grips and blued finish, it delivers both authenticity and performance—making it ideal for collectors, Old West enthusiasts, and cowboy action shooters who want to experience a revolver that marked the beginning of America’s cartridge era.

The History of the 1871 Open Top

In 1871, Colt made a bold move by entering the metallic cartridge revolver market. The company introduced the Open Top Early Model Navy, a factory conversion of the 1861 Navy cap-and-ball revolver. This model predated the more famous Richards-Mason conversion of the 1860 Army. It was designed under patents by Charles Richards and William Mason, who cut down the percussion cylinders and added a conversion ring to accept metallic cartridges. This transition forever changed the firearms industry, bridging the gap between percussion arms and the revolvers of the modern era.

The U.S. Army recognized the potential and in 1871 contracted Colt to convert 1,000 Model 1860 Army revolvers to fire .44-caliber centerfire cartridges produced by the Frankford Arsenal. Ultimately, Colt produced about 9,000 Open Tops and more than 2,100 Richards-Mason conversions. These revolvers were carried by sheriffs, soldiers, miners, cowboys, and even outlaws across the American frontier. The 1871 Open Top Navy became a staple sidearm during the expansion of the American West.

Uberti’s Authentic Reproduction

The Uberti 1871 Open Top Early Model Navy U341356 is built to replicate the original revolver in every detail, while also offering modern reliability and safety. The revolver features a solid warm walnut stock, blued finish, and a 5.5-inch barrel for classic handling and accuracy. Chambered in the versatile .45 Colt, it allows today’s shooters to experience the same feel as 19th-century gunfighters while using modern ammunition.

• Authentic reproduction of the Colt 1871 Open Top Navy revolver.
• Chambered in .45 Colt for both historical accuracy and modern practicality.
• 5.5-inch barrel provides balanced handling and excellent accuracy.
• Walnut grips and blued steel finish recreate the classic Old West look.
• Built with modern steel for strength and durability.

Specifications – Uberti 1871 Open Top Early Model Navy Revolver

Why Choose the Uberti 1871 Open Top U341356?

• Own a revolver that represents the very beginning of America’s cartridge era.
• Perfect for collectors, reenactors, and cowboy action shooters.
• Chambered in .45 Colt – a cartridge still widely available and popular today.
• Uberti quality ensures precision machining and historical accuracy.
• A direct link to the guns carried during the Indian Wars, frontier expansion, and the settlement of the West.

Step Back Into the Old West

The Uberti 1871 Open Top Early Model Navy Revolver U341356 is more than just a firearm—it’s a tangible connection to America’s frontier history. From the streets of boomtowns to the battlegrounds of the Indian Wars, these revolvers played an important role in the daily lives of those who shaped the Old West. With Uberti’s meticulous craftsmanship, you can now own a revolver that blends historical authenticity with modern shooting reliability.

Order your Uberti 1871 Open Top U341356 today from Uberti-Firearms.com and bring the history of the American West into your collection.

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