army 1860 Umberti or Pietta

ras_oscar · Jun 7, 2014

the title says it all. What are the experiences of the group with these 2 reproductions? I'm looking for something I can shoot reliably, not put in a display case.

Indiana Jones · Jun 7, 2014

I own a steel framed Uberti 1860 Army and it shoots great

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iH8DemLibz · Jun 7, 2014

Uberti is the way to go.

Better quality.

They make a great '58.

Jimbob2.0 · Jun 7, 2014

Uberti seems to get better overall reviews but I have a Pietta on the shelf that works fine and the finish is not bad.

Its been killing me not to order this

http://www.slickguns.com/product/ne...engraved-44-cal-revolver-spare-cylinder-22999

Jimbob2.0 · Jun 8, 2014

Heck I ordered one $229 for a 1858 steel frame with an extra cylinder and free shipping isnt bad. Plus I have all the stuff for my .44 Navy

BlackBart · Jun 8, 2014

Not even close, look at the quality Uberti > Pietta by a LONG shot.

Jimbob2.0 · Jun 8, 2014

BlackBart said:
Not even close, look at the quality Uberti > Pietta by a LONG shot.

Is that a Pietta?

BlackBart · Jun 9, 2014

Jimbob2.0 said:
Is that a Pietta?

Nope, not even close. A Uberti that was a factory training aid. 1 letter, one number SN. Owned them both, the Pietta was cheap.

ken792 · Jun 9, 2014

There's a reason that Colt 2nd gen cap and ball revolvers were made with Uberti forgings.

Boom Boom · Jun 9, 2014

Uberti is the gold standard for Italian-made reproduction revolvers and long guns, in terms of fit/finish and reliability.

Jimbob2.0 · Jun 9, 2014

ken792 said:
There's a reason that Colt 2nd gen cap and ball revolvers were made with Uberti forgings.

Interesting. For the money Ill go with the Pietta and upgrade. My 1851 Confed has been ok. Well machined, good trigger. Sounds like if I ever get into this black powder thing I will be looking for excellent machined Uberti.

jimbobborg · Jun 9, 2014

So far I've picked up two Piettas, one 1851 and one 1860. Neither have been fired yet. The 1851 has a nice trigger, the 1860 not so much. I need to take them apart at some point and figure out what's going on. I may be using them in a match this month, still deciding.

Jimbob2.0 · Jun 9, 2014

jimbobborg said:
So far I've picked up two Piettas, one 1851 and one 1860. Neither have been fired yet. The 1851 has a nice trigger, the 1860 not so much. I need to take them apart at some point and figure out what's going on. I may be using them in a match this month, still deciding.

My 51 confederate is the same, very crisp, well see how this 58 is.

Honestly the black powder guns dont get much of a workout. Mostly they collect dust on the shelf as they are the only gun I keep "out" since no one is exactly going to load and shoot me with it.

ken792 · Jun 9, 2014

Jimbob2.0 said:
My 51 confederate is the same, very crisp, well see how this 58 is.

Honestly the black powder guns dont get much of a workout. Mostly they collect dust on the shelf as they are the only gun I keep "out" since no one is exactly going to load and shoot me with it.

Funny you mention that. My friend's house got broken into recently and the burglar took his Pietta Colt 1860, but left the power, caps, and shot. He also didn't find my friend's Mosin, so that's safe. I'm waiting for someone to get arrested trying to rob a store with a Colt 1860 or for someone to get arrested while illegally carrying that. When my friend was giving a statement to the detective, he showed him a picture of the 1860. The detective said "wait, I thought you said it was blue?"

Indiana Jones · Jun 9, 2014

ken792 said:
Funny you mention that. My friend's house got broken into recently and the burglar took his Pietta Colt 1860, but left the power, caps, and shot. He also didn't find my friend's Mosin, so that's safe. I'm waiting for someone to get arrested trying to rob a store with a Colt 1860 or for someone to get arrested while illegally carrying that. When my friend was giving a statement to the detective, he showed him a picture of the 1860. The detective said "wait, I thought you said it was blue?"

It isnt technically a firearm. It is an antique. So carry away. (Not recommended)

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Jimbob2.0 · Jun 9, 2014

ken792 said:
Funny you mention that. My friend's house got broken into recently and the burglar took his Pietta Colt 1860, but left the power, caps, and shot. He also didn't find my friend's Mosin, so that's safe. I'm waiting for someone to get arrested trying to rob a store with a Colt 1860 or for someone to get arrested while illegally carrying that. When my friend was giving a statement to the detective, he showed him a picture of the 1860. The detective said "wait, I thought you said it was blue?"

I figure they are good decoys. Plus I like to freak my wife out as I work the trigger sometimes. Love blackpowder guns they are cheap and fun.

I figured $229 for the 58 with an extra cylinder I couldnt go wrong. Plus I like engraved (Even if its photo engraved) guns.

ras_oscar · Jun 11, 2014

Thanks for the clarity. I will abide by the group consensus.

Does a cap and ball reproduction need to be transfered by a FFL or is it cash and carry as a C&R?

smdub · Jun 11, 2014

ras_oscar said:
Does a cap and ball reproduction need to be transfered by a FFL or is it cash and carry as a C&R?

Neither. Its not a firearm. No different than buying a box of cereal.

byf43 · Jun 11, 2014

^^^^^^^^^^^^Everyone:

Thank you for these posts and replies!!!!!!!

I'm interested in a bp revolver, and you guys just gave me a LOT of information (even though I'm not the OP)!!

Thank you!!!!!! :thumbsup:

jimbobborg · Jun 11, 2014

Looks like I'll be heading to Clark Brothers since I can't shoot these inside at any of the ranges here. I really hope they have more caps, I only got 100.

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