This nice 1858 Remington Bison revolver is used with a few small marks on the bright finish. Referred to as the Bison model because of its long, 12” barrel. In addition to the longer barrel this revolver is fitted with adjustable target sights. The stainless steel finish of the barrel, cylinder, frame, and backstrap is very good while the brass triggerguard is polished bright. The action is well timed and will give years of reliable easy to maintain service.

This revolver includes:

• Brown leather modern cut holster

The factory recommends a .451" round ball, but we strongly prefer the slightly larger Hornady .454" round ball, which provides better compression, noticeably more power, and best accuracy. However, an oversize ball tends to shear lead at each chamber mouth, changing the size and bullet weight, a problem. This revolver has slightly chamfered chamber mouths. If your revolver shaves lead, slightly polish each chamber mouth with fine emery and a marble, until the ball seats fully, compressing the lead instead of shearing it.

The 12” octagon barrel is a full 4” longer than the standard 1858 New Model Army revolvers, the longer barrel gives the shooter a longer sight radius and, in theory, a more accurate gun. Behind the muzzle a ramped front sight has been placed to work with the adjustable rear sight that is set on the top strap of the steel frame. The octagon barrel has been marked, F. Pietta – Made in Italy and .44 cal Black Powder Only. A few inspection and proof marks can be found in the frame forward of the triggerguard.

The action is smooth, crisp, and positive. The Remington trigger is wide and comfortable, and the release is modest, with no creep or lost motion. The cylinder has the Remington safety notches cut between each nipple recess. Pull the hammer to half-cock, turn the cylinder to align the safety notch with the hammer nose, and set the hammer into the notch. You can safely carry this revolver with all six chambers loaded, if you rest the hammer in a safety notch.

The walnut grips have been neatly finished and show only a few minor handling marks from handling. Make sure to order any loading and cleaning accessories along with the gun including a powder flask and in-line capper to ease the loading process.

This percussion revolver will be a joy to shoot at the range. Order it for a ten day visual inspection. You will be delighted. Else if it does not fit you, return it in unfired condition for same-day refund. Postage is your only risk, when you order any one-of-a-kind gun from Track, whether new, used, or antique.