Description
There's something about thumbing back the hammer on an 1873 pattern revolver that never gets old. Pietta has been building faithful reproductions of the classic Peacemaker in Italy for decades, and this one takes the formula in a smart direction by chambering it in 9mm Luger. That means the same ammo you feed your carry pistol runs through a six shooter with all the old West character intact, and your range sessions cost a whole lot less than they would with .45 Colt.
A Closer Look at the Pietta 1873 in 9mm
The fit and finish here is what Pietta has built its reputation on. The steel frame wears a color case hardened treatment with those swirling blues and grays that no two guns share exactly alike, while the 3.5 inch barrel and six round cylinder carry a deep blued finish. Smooth walnut grips round out the period-correct look. Sights are a fixed blade up front and a notch in the rear, just like the originals, which keeps the lines clean and the sight picture simple for plinking and close range target work.
Shooting 9mm the Single Action Way
Here's the part people ask about most: no moon clips required. The chambers are cut to headspace the rimless 9mm case on its mouth, so you load one round at a time through the loading gate and punch empties out with the ejector rod, same as any traditional single action. Recoil with 9mm out of an all steel frame is downright pleasant, which makes this a fun gun to hand to newer folks or to burn through a few boxes with on a lazy Saturday.
Why This Pietta 1873 Earns a Spot in the Safe
The 3.5 inch barrel gives it a compact, quick handling feel that stands apart from the usual 4.75 and 5.5 inch offerings, and it rides nicely in a belt holster for trail carry or casual range duty. Whether you're a longtime wheelgun fan or just want a taste of the single action experience without stocking a new caliber, this one delivers a lot of character for the money.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Pietta
- Model: 1873
- Manufacturer Part Number: SA733024ML
- UPC: 641996201004
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Single Action
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 3.5"
- Barrel Finish: Blued Steel
- Cylinder Finish: Blued
- Frame: Color Case Hardened Steel
- Grips: Smooth Walnut
- Sights: Blade Front, Notched Rear
- Country of Origin: Italy
What’s Included
- Pietta 1873 revolver
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Pietta 1873 in 9mm require moon clips?
No, and that's one of the best things about it. The chambers are cut so the rimless 9mm case headspaces on the case mouth, just like it does in a semi-auto barrel. You load through the loading gate one round at a time and kick empties out with the ejector rod, exactly the way a traditional single action is meant to run.
Why buy a single action revolver in 9mm instead of .45 Colt or .357 Magnum?
Ammo cost and availability, plain and simple. 9mm is the cheapest and easiest centerfire pistol cartridge to find, so you can shoot this gun a lot more for the same money. Recoil is also very mild out of an all steel frame, which makes it a great pick for new revolver owners or relaxed plinking sessions.
Are the sights on the Pietta 1873 SA733024ML adjustable?
No, this model uses a fixed blade front sight and a notched rear, true to the original 1873 pattern. Fixed sights keep the classic profile clean and snag free, and Pietta generally does a good job regulating them from the factory for typical shooting distances.
Who makes this revolver and where is it made?
It's manufactured by F.lli Pietta in Italy, a company that has earned a strong reputation for building faithful reproductions of classic American single actions. Their guns are known for good fit and finish, with the color case hardened frames being a particular highlight.





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