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Vinnie Harold · October 9, 2010, 06:23 AM

Back again with more questions.

USFA offers two different frames for their SAA. One is a black powder frame and the other is a cross pin frame.
What is the difference between the two? I know from their site that each frame requires a different type of sight.

Also the black powder frame is "free" on their pre-war model. but a $150 up charge on the standard SAA.

Again, what is the difference, and does it really matter?
Also, what is a casehardened hammer as opposed to one that is NOT case hardened?

Thanks guys.

After all of your help, I find that I can not really decide between USFA and Colt, so I will have to get both. Indecision can be very expensive, huh!

Vinnie

October 9, 2010, 06:23 AM	#1
Vinnie Harold Senior Member Join Date: January 8, 2009 Posts: 115	Which FRAME for a SAA revolver? Back again with more questions. USFA offers two different frames for their SAA. One is a black powder frame and the other is a cross pin frame. What is the difference between the two? I know from their site that each frame requires a different type of sight. Also the black powder frame is "free" on their pre-war model. but a $150 up charge on the standard SAA. Again, what is the difference, and does it really matter? Also, what is a casehardened hammer as opposed to one that is NOT case hardened? Thanks guys. After all of your help, I find that I can not really decide between USFA and Colt, so I will have to get both. Indecision can be very expensive, huh! Vinnie