Pietta HF357CHS434NM 1873 Great Western II | .357 Mag 4.75″

The Pietta 1873 Great Western II “Californian” is a period-correct single-action revolver built with modern manufacturing methods. It pairs a hammer-forged steel barrel and cylinder with a color case-hardened frame and standard walnut grips, offering traditional lines with contemporary machining. The revolver uses a floating firing pin in the hammer and has an exposed hammer and fixed sights for straightforward sighting. It ships in a configuration consistent with historic Colt-style single-action designs and is chambered for .357 Magnum.

Common applications include cowboy action and historical shooting events, plus recreational target and range use where single-action operation and classic ergonomics are desired.

Product Specifications

• The model is listed as 1873 Great Western II “Californian” (HF357CHS434NM).
• The caliber is .357 Magnum (also listed compatible with .38 Special in source data).
• The firearm uses a Single Action operation.
• The cylinder capacity is 6 rounds.
• The barrel measures 4.75 inches in length.
• The barrel and cylinder feature a blued finish.
• The frame is described as case-hardened steel with a blued frame color noted in some records.
• The grips are made from wood (walnut).
• The hammer style is exposed with a floating firing pin in the hammer (period-correct design).
• The sighting system is fixed sights with a wider rear and larger front sight for faster acquisition.
• The trigger type is listed as standard.
• The revolver is not drilled and tapped (no scope base pre-drilled).
• The cylinder finish is blued.
• Other features are described as Great Western II revolvers (period-correct styling and construction).
• The UPC is 641996211263.

This Pietta Great Western II Californian offers classic single-action handling and authentic styling while relying on modern barrel forging and CNC machining for consistent performance. Its combination of case-hardened frame accents, blued metalwork and walnut grips suits shooters who value historic appearance with dependable mechanical function. Whether for competition in period shooting venues or for deliberate-range practice, the revolver delivers straightforward single-action operation and traditional ergonomics.

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