Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this STUNNING single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Single Action Army.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army - Third Generation
Serial: SA23672
Date of Manufacture: 1979
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blued Cylinder, Barrel, and Grip Frame / Case Color Hardened Frame, Hammer, and Ejector Tube / Fire Blue Screws and Trigger
Barrel Length: 4.75"
Optics/Sights: Frame Notched Rear w/ Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Smooth Walnut Grips w/ Inlaid Texas Longhorn Skull and Horns
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard / Punch-Dot Style Engraving Background w/ Cattle-Brand and Floral Style Master Engraving throughout the entire firearm.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army stands as one of the most important and enduring revolvers ever produced, embodying the peak of 19th-century American firearms design while remaining relevant well into the modern collector era. Introduced in 1873, the SAA quickly earned its reputation for strength, balance, and mechanical simplicity, becoming synonymous with the American West, frontier lawmen, and cavalry service. Its solid-frame construction, precise timing, and crisp single-action trigger set the standard by which revolvers were judged, and even today the platform is revered for its handling characteristics and unmistakable profile. Beyond its mechanical excellence, the Colt Single Action Army holds immense cultural and historical weight, which is why collectors place such emphasis on originality, factory options, and documented provenance. Variations in barrel length, caliber, finish, grips, and especially factory engraving can elevate an SAA from a fine revolver into a true centerpiece collectible. Factory-engraved examples, in particular, represent the intersection of function and art—where Colt’s manufacturing legacy meets the handwork of master craftsmen. As a result, the SAA remains one of the most studied and passionately collected revolvers in the world. One of the modern masters associated with high-end Colt engraving is Kelly Laster, a name highly respected among advanced collectors. Laster began his career not as an engraver, but as a machinist and toolmaker—an important foundation that gave him an intimate understanding of steel, tolerances, and firearm construction. His interest in engraving grew from that mechanical background, and through years of disciplined self-study, mentorship, and relentless practice, he developed a distinctive style rooted in traditional American scrollwork while maintaining exceptional technical precision. Kelly Laster eventually became closely associated with Colt Custom Shop–level work, producing engraving that blends classic Colt patterns with deep relief, clean geometry, and meticulous background treatment. His work is immediately recognizable for its balance and refinement, avoiding excess while still delivering visual impact. Today, firearms engraved by Kelly Laster are widely considered master-level pieces, and documented examples command strong premiums due to both his reputation and the limited number of guns he engraved. In the context of a Colt Single Action Army, Laster’s engraving represents a modern continuation of Colt’s long engraving tradition—executed by a craftsman whose work has already secured its place in serious Colt collections.
Contents:
Model: Single Action Army - Third Generation
Serial: SA23672
Date of Manufacture: 1979
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blued Cylinder, Barrel, and Grip Frame / Case Color Hardened Frame, Hammer, and Ejector Tube / Fire Blue Screws and Trigger
Barrel Length: 4.75"
Optics/Sights: Frame Notched Rear w/ Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Smooth Walnut Grips w/ Inlaid Texas Longhorn Skull and Horns
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard / Punch-Dot Style Engraving Background w/ Cattle-Brand and Floral Style Master Engraving throughout the entire firearm.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Single Action Army stands as one of the most important and enduring revolvers ever produced, embodying the peak of 19th-century American firearms design while remaining relevant well into the modern collector era. Introduced in 1873, the SAA quickly earned its reputation for strength, balance, and mechanical simplicity, becoming synonymous with the American West, frontier lawmen, and cavalry service. Its solid-frame construction, precise timing, and crisp single-action trigger set the standard by which revolvers were judged, and even today the platform is revered for its handling characteristics and unmistakable profile. Beyond its mechanical excellence, the Colt Single Action Army holds immense cultural and historical weight, which is why collectors place such emphasis on originality, factory options, and documented provenance. Variations in barrel length, caliber, finish, grips, and especially factory engraving can elevate an SAA from a fine revolver into a true centerpiece collectible. Factory-engraved examples, in particular, represent the intersection of function and art—where Colt’s manufacturing legacy meets the handwork of master craftsmen. As a result, the SAA remains one of the most studied and passionately collected revolvers in the world. One of the modern masters associated with high-end Colt engraving is Kelly Laster, a name highly respected among advanced collectors. Laster began his career not as an engraver, but as a machinist and toolmaker—an important foundation that gave him an intimate understanding of steel, tolerances, and firearm construction. His interest in engraving grew from that mechanical background, and through years of disciplined self-study, mentorship, and relentless practice, he developed a distinctive style rooted in traditional American scrollwork while maintaining exceptional technical precision. Kelly Laster eventually became closely associated with Colt Custom Shop–level work, producing engraving that blends classic Colt patterns with deep relief, clean geometry, and meticulous background treatment. His work is immediately recognizable for its balance and refinement, avoiding excess while still delivering visual impact. Today, firearms engraved by Kelly Laster are widely considered master-level pieces, and documented examples command strong premiums due to both his reputation and the limited number of guns he engraved. In the context of a Colt Single Action Army, Laster’s engraving represents a modern continuation of Colt’s long engraving tradition—executed by a craftsman whose work has already secured its place in serious Colt collections.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Colt presentation case and key as pictured.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1160560373 |
BidPrice: |
105 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-15 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
12020 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-15 18:01:49 |
