1858 Remington 8" .44 Casehardened Frame Charcoal Blue Finish Engraved

The Colt 1836 patent expired in 1857, and the next year, Remington introduced a solid-frame design that was both elegant and reliable. The 1858 Remington became so famous that it was the prevailing choice of military officers following the Civil War. Its full-frame design still makes it a top choice for black powder shooters today as the cylinder can be removed without taking the firearm completely apart, unlike the Colt models. The case hardened charcoal blued engraved Remington features case hardened steel engraved frame, brass triggerguard, charcoal blue engraved octagonal barrel, dovetail front blade sight, and walnut two-piece grips. The Charcoal Blue finish is a delicate over-oxidized bluing and when new it is a bright blue color, but over time with use it will naturally patina to a soft grey. The engraving is laser engraved standard. A conversion cylinder is available for this model that is a drop-in conversion to smokeless .45LC/.45Schofield ammunition.