Although it appears to be a conversion, the 1871-72 Open Top model was Colts first revolver specifically manufactured to fire a centerfire cartridge by incorporating the loading gate in the frame. Since Colt did not use percussion revolver parts, the revolver was manufactured as an entirely new model, first with Navy-sized grips, later with Army-sized grips. The Hickok model is a modern twist on the classic Open Top that features a snub nose barrel. This model features a case-hardened forged steel frame, round barrel with front blade sight, no ejector rod, blued steel grip parts, an Army-sized walnut grip, and a rear sight notch on the rear of the barrel.
| Weight |
2.20 lbs |
| Caliber |
38 Special |
| Capacity |
6 |
| Hammer Style |
Exposed |
| FireArm |
yes |
| OAL |
9.30" |
| Barrel Length |
3.50" |
| Weight Range |
2 lbs to 2.99 lbs |
| Frame Description |
Color Case Hardened Steel |
| Action |
SAO |
| Cylinder Finish |
Blued |
| Barrel Finish |
Blued |
| Grips |
Walnut Army Size |
| Sights |
Blade Front, Fixed Rear |
| Barrel Length Range |
3" to 3.99" |
