Make: Freedom Arms
Model: 1997, Premier Grade
Serial Number: S0205
Year of Manufacture: 2005
Caliber: Cylinders are included for .327 Federal Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum and .32-20 Winchester.
Action Type: Single Action Side Loading Gate Revolver
Barrel Length: 10"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade screw-secured to a base fixed to the front of the barrel. The topstrap is drilled and tapped for either an iron sight or an optic mount. No rear sight is installed or included. An optic mount with 1" rings is installed holding a Leupold FX-II 4x scope with duplex reticle. The scope has no notable wear with clear glass.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth laminate wood. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original, all cylinders are serial-matched to the revolver.
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is a little stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 94% of its metal finish. There are some scattered minor nicks, scuffs and small scratches. The action shows light operational wear, with signs of firing on each cylinder. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a through cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with the additional cylinders in leather drawstring pouches, the installed scope, and a COA from the John Taffin Collection.
Our Assessment: Freedom Arms makes what are probably the highest quality single-action revolvers in the world, and this single action Model 1997, revolver is no exception. Produced August 15, 2005, it is a wonderful configuration with a 10" .32 caliber barrel. Matching cylinders are included for .327 Federal Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum and .32-20 WCF, giving you lots of options for ammunition. The rear sight was removed to install a Leupold 4x scope, allowing you to wring all the precision possible out of each cartridge. The action and trigger pull are exceptional. The lockup is solid with no movement. The brushed stainless finish is appealing to the eye as well as functional in being nearly impervious to the elements. From the personal collection of John Taffin, with Freedom Arms' quality, this is a really nice package for the revolver enthusiast or Freedom Arms fan. Please see our photos and good luck!
