1858 Remington target revolver .44 cal?

DavidB2 · August 25, 2015, 07:52 PM

Anybody have any experience with the 1858 Remington target revolver by Pietta? I wonder if you can use it at in N-SSA events? From what I read it's pretty accurate. Much more than the regular 1858 Remington. Or is it just a gimmick to sell a pistol?

Bishop Creek · August 25, 2015, 08:51 PM

I'm sure Rookie21 will be along soon, he had two threads on this revolver just a couple of weeks ago.

While we're waiting, keep in mind that there are two different Pietta "target" models:

Target Model
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product...oducts_id=3512

Shooters Model:
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product...oducts_id=4098

DavidB2 · August 25, 2015, 11:48 PM

I'm referring to the Target model.

noelf2 · August 26, 2015, 02:27 PM

It's no more accurate than one without target sights. The target sights simply allow you to adjust the rear site elevation and windage to point of impact.

Bishop Creek · August 26, 2015, 09:40 PM

Here is Rookie21s original thread:

http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=565496

Vagunmonkey · August 27, 2015, 12:34 AM

The target model is not N-SSA approved because of the adjustable sight. The Dixie shooters model is approved, and a fine shooter, although currently a bit over priced.

Rookie21 · August 29, 2015, 06:33 AM

I'm not gonna say much because I feel like I've beat this poor horse enough. However - I'm of the understanding that the shooters model is a discontinued gun no longer produced. The fact that Dixie still advertises it probably means they have left over stock. I may be mistaken so if so then please correct me. The target model is identical to one with out sights that's not the shooters model. Just the plain jane model.

Now I got very lucky and was able to have my target model inspected amongst seven identical guns. We were looking for a gun where the chambers properly lined up. In a revolver this is critical. Needless to say we got a good one. But on the target model if you research reviews on it you'll see that I'm not the first nor only to have problems with the sights. Read my previous thread.

And about the shooters model - mine doesn't shave lead on the forcing cone but the chambers don't line up as well as my target model. (I have both models) the target model is dead nuts on in line with the bore. Every one of em.

You need to inspect guns in person and buy the one that mechanically checks out. $950 or $350 it doesn't matter. Your chambers lining up with the bore does. I got a great target model but upon inspection of seven guns not all lined up. Mine of the seven was alone. No other gun came close in comparison. So we got lucky to find one of this quality. It's hit and miss.

August 25, 2015, 07:52 PM	#1
DavidB2 Senior Member Join Date: March 8, 2008 Posts: 129	1858 Remington target revolver .44 cal? Anybody have any experience with the 1858 Remington target revolver by Pietta? I wonder if you can use it at in N-SSA events? From what I read it's pretty accurate. Much more than the regular 1858 Remington. Or is it just a gimmick to sell a pistol?

August 25, 2015, 08:51 PM	#2
Bishop Creek Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2011 Posts: 566	I'm sure Rookie21 will be along soon, he had two threads on this revolver just a couple of weeks ago. While we're waiting, keep in mind that there are two different Pietta "target" models: Target Model http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product...oducts_id=3512 Shooters Model: http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product...oducts_id=4098 Last edited by Bishop Creek; August 25, 2015 at 09:23 PM.

August 25, 2015, 11:48 PM	#3
DavidB2 Senior Member Join Date: March 8, 2008 Posts: 129	Less expensive Target model I'm referring to the Target model.

August 26, 2015, 02:27 PM	#4
noelf2 Senior Member Join Date: April 14, 2008 Location: Stuart, VA Posts: 2,473	It's no more accurate than one without target sights. The target sights simply allow you to adjust the rear site elevation and windage to point of impact. __________________ Liberty and freedom often offends those who understand neither. Last edited by noelf2; August 26, 2015 at 02:34 PM.

August 26, 2015, 09:40 PM	#5
Bishop Creek Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2011 Posts: 566	Here is Rookie21s original thread: http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=565496

August 27, 2015, 12:34 AM	#6
Vagunmonkey Junior Member Join Date: June 18, 2015 Posts: 5	The target model is not N-SSA approved because of the adjustable sight. The Dixie shooters model is approved, and a fine shooter, although currently a bit over priced.

August 29, 2015, 06:33 AM	#7
Rookie21 Senior Member Join Date: August 15, 2009 Posts: 212	I'm not gonna say much because I feel like I've beat this poor horse enough. However - I'm of the understanding that the shooters model is a discontinued gun no longer produced. The fact that Dixie still advertises it probably means they have left over stock. I may be mistaken so if so then please correct me. The target model is identical to one with out sights that's not the shooters model. Just the plain jane model. Now I got very lucky and was able to have my target model inspected amongst seven identical guns. We were looking for a gun where the chambers properly lined up. In a revolver this is critical. Needless to say we got a good one. But on the target model if you research reviews on it you'll see that I'm not the first nor only to have problems with the sights. Read my previous thread. And about the shooters model - mine doesn't shave lead on the forcing cone but the chambers don't line up as well as my target model. (I have both models) the target model is dead nuts on in line with the bore. Every one of em. You need to inspect guns in person and buy the one that mechanically checks out. $950 or $350 it doesn't matter. Your chambers lining up with the bore does. I got a great target model but upon inspection of seven guns not all lined up. Mine of the seven was alone. No other gun came close in comparison. So we got lucky to find one of this quality. It's hit and miss.