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Springer45 · July 4, 2005, 02:38 AM

Cabela's typically has the best price on blackpowder revolvers, from what I've experienced. My latest acquisition is a steel 1851 Colt (Pietta) for $149, which was $30 cheaper than anywhere else I could find. Some places had it listed for well over $200. I always start at Cabela's, but occasionally buy from the specialty shops online. I pay more there, but I like doing something to help keep them in business.

The 1858 Remington is a wonderful choice. It was the first BP revolver that I bought as well, and it was a Pietta. You used the phrase "roughly comparable quality" in your kickoff question, and I would say yes. Uberti may be slightly better, on average, but Pietta is certainly in the same ballpark. For the price savings, well worthy of your consideration.

July 4, 2005, 02:38 AM	#4
Springer45 Senior Member Join Date: January 24, 2005 Location: Land of Sky Blue Waters Posts: 183	Cabela's typically has the best price on blackpowder revolvers, from what I've experienced. My latest acquisition is a steel 1851 Colt (Pietta) for $149, which was $30 cheaper than anywhere else I could find. Some places had it listed for well over $200. I always start at Cabela's, but occasionally buy from the specialty shops online. I pay more there, but I like doing something to help keep them in business. The 1858 Remington is a wonderful choice. It was the first BP revolver that I bought as well, and it was a Pietta. You used the phrase "roughly comparable quality" in your kickoff question, and I would say yes. Uberti may be slightly better, on average, but Pietta is certainly in the same ballpark. For the price savings, well worthy of your consideration. __________________ If you have a 50-50 chance of being right, you'll be wrong 90% of the time.