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Few revolvers turn heads at the range like a Buntline. Pietta's 1873 Great Western II version stretches the classic Single Action Army silhouette out to a full 12 inch barrel, chambered in the cartridge that started it all, .45 Colt. The long barrel isn't just for looks either. That extra sight radius makes it noticeably easier to shoot tight groups, and the added velocity you squeeze out of the .45 Colt round is a nice bonus. Overall length runs about 18.5 inches, so this one has real presence in the hand and on the wall.
Pietta's Great Western II line sits at the top of their single-action lineup, built with hammer-forged steel barrels and machined steel frames. This model pairs a deep blued barrel and cylinder with a color case hardened frame that shows off those swirling blues and browns no two guns share exactly alike. The walnut grips fill out the traditional plow-handle shape that makes these revolvers point so naturally, and the action on the GWII line has earned a reputation for being smooth right out of the box, with a crisp hammer pull and that satisfying old-school click as you bring it to full cock. The GWII keeps things period correct too, with a firing pin mounted in the hammer rather than a modern transfer bar setup.
This is the revolver made famous by dime novels and Wyatt Earp lore, and it fits right in for cowboy action matches, western reenactment, casual target sessions, or the centerpiece spot in a collection. The fixed blade front sight keeps the sighting picture simple and true to the originals, and the six-round cylinder handles standard .45 Colt loads all day. Whether you're chasing steel plates or just appreciate a beautifully finished piece of Old West history, the GWII Buntline delivers a lot of character for the money.
No, the Great Western II line is built period correct with a floating firing pin mounted in the hammer instead of a transfer bar. That gives it the authentic four-click action feel of the original 1873 design. Like any traditional single action, the time-tested practice is to carry it with the hammer resting on an empty chamber.
It's very much a shooter. The long barrel gives you a generous sight radius that makes precise aiming easier, plus a bit of extra velocity from the .45 Colt cartridge. It's a favorite for target work, western reenactment, and cowboy action side matches, though it does take a dedicated long holster if you want to carry it on a rig.
The Great Western II line holds its own and then some. These use hammer-forged steel barrels and drop-forged, CNC-machined frames, and owners consistently praise the smooth out-of-the-box action and crisp trigger. Plenty of folks who own both brands rate Pietta's fit and finish right alongside or above competing reproductions.
It's chambered for .45 Colt, often called .45 Long Colt, and holds six rounds. Standard pressure loads are the way to go, including the lighter cowboy action loads that are easy on the shoulder and fun for all-day plinking. Steer clear of the heavy so-called Ruger-only loads, which are meant for beefier modern frames.
| UPC | 641996211522 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HF45CHS12NM |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Blued |
| Barrel Length | 12" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 Long Colt |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Length | 18.5000 |
| Shipping Weight | 3.2 |
| Sights | Blade Front |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
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