Make: Armi San Marco

Model: U.S. 1847 Walker

Serial Number: E45199

Year of Manufacture: 1996 (BH date code)

Caliber: .44 Caliber

Action Type: Single Action Black Powder Percussion Revolver

Barrel Length: 9”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a notch in the hammer, visible when cocked.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is one-piece smooth wood. The grip has a few scattered light marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grip is in Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue, Brass, Case Color

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some tool-chatter. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 8+/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 92% of its metal finish. The balance is mostly discoloration on the brass trigger guard. The action shows light operational wear. There are a few other scattered light marks. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun is in Very Good-plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a wood presentation case with bullet mould, powder flask, cap tin, capper, balls, and a reproduction Colt percussion revolver manual. A key for the case is included.

Our Assessment: This is an Armi San Marco reproduction of a Colt 1847 Walker. The 1847 Colt Walker was the largest and most powerful black powder repeating handgun ever made (outside of maybe the LeMat or the Ruger Old Army). It was created in the mid-1840s in a collaboration between Texas Ranger Captain Samuel Hamilton Walker (1817–47) and American firearms inventor Samuel Colt (1814–62), building upon the earlier Colt Paterson design. Walker wanted a handgun that was extremely powerful at close range. This example was made in Italy and shows signs of infrequent use. It should make for a great piece for any collection, especially if you like blowing some smoke at the range. Please see our photos and good luck in your bidding!