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NEW direct from EMF/Pietta, Made in Italy, Pietta Mfg, Great Western II model 1873 Colt Clone SAA Single Action Army, 357 Magnum caliber and will also shoot 38 Special including +P, Factory Bright Nickel carbon steel construction, Nickel hammer, Nickel trigger, Correct Colt Patent dates on LH side of frame, 6 shot fluted cylinder with NO cylinder ring mark, 5-1/2" barrel with Fixed sights, LH barrel stamped "Single Action Army Model 357 Magnum", Crisp 3 lb trigger, Limited production checkered Imt Ivory aka Ivorite grips.
Unfired direct from EMF/Pietta in correct original box with papers and hang tag, Box shows wear from packing and unpacking, Pistol is blemish FREE bright nickel, Whatever you see in pictures that you do not like is dust, oil or camera flash.
Haven't receive the gun, but it looks like Curly's except for ivory being fake on mine.
I will post the pictures once I pick it up from my ffl. Is this a good gun?
My question is... How is the nickel finish holding up when shooting? I'm occasional shooter due to work schedule. 50-200rds per month or less. Should I just use .38spl cowboy loads, or fmj are fine? What about the .357mag rounds? Would those be fine to shoot since the revolver is chambered for .357mag? Does the nickel will feel it? Would it peel or crack when using these loads? I would not want that for sure. Any ideas as far as cleaning goes?
Maybe I should've get regular CCH/B for practicality? (it's next on my list anyway, but in 45LC).
Thank You in advance for all help.
Michael