Original U.S. Surcharged "Artillery Model" Reworked Colt .45cal Single Action Army Revolver made in 1881 with 5 1/2" Barrel - Serial 71070 German Helmets & Hats shows the Seaforth Highlanders of

shows the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada Regimental Badge

we know that the Series III revolvers have serial numbers from around 14

during the First Barbary War

Inlaid on this is a silver shield shaped escutcheon

By 1 August 1917

Original U.S. Surcharged "Artillery Model" Reworked Colt .45cal Single Action Army Revolver made in 1881 with 5 1/2" Barrel - Serial 71070 German Helmets & Hats shows the Seaforth Highlanders ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is every School boy's dream! A real Cowboy six gun! This very nice Colt SAA (Single Action Army) Revolver is one that has definitely had an interesting life! Normally, mismatched serial numbers on a Colt pistol are a reason to look away, however the U. S. stamped on the left side of the frame indicates that this is in fact an "Artillery Model", officially known as an "Altered Model" by the U. S. War department.