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Newsletter December 2011

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USFA® on TV

How is an Old West Single Action made? The USFA Single Action was featured in an episode of “How Do They Do It?” that originally aired in 2010 on the Science Channel in the US and on the Discovery Channel in the UK.

If you missed the show; you can download it and watch it by clicking on the below.

How is an Old West Single Action made? Watch now!
 

Newest Products
from US Firearms

The Cattlebrands of Jackson Hole JH5 and JH6

The Cattlebrands of Jackson Hole
Next in the series… Serial Number JH5 and JH6
 
The 4-¾" set of two Custom Engraved and Cased Single Action 45 COLT revolvers are now complete; Serial Number JH5 and JH6. One piece Elephant Ivory with Steershead carvings. Finished in full nickel plate with Fire Blue Trigger and Cylinder Pin. This set furnished with a fitted Arno Werner Luxery casings casing with lock and Finely Tooled and Lined Pigskin Holsters and Belt Set by M. Schelhart & Sons. U.S. Fire Arms originally initiated its Fine Art Gallery Program, “The Cattlebrands of Jackson Hole, Wyoming”, with a 1 of 1 production designed exclusively for show and display at THE LEGACY GALLERY in Jackson Hole. This set is the third in the series. Special Factory Direct Price: SOLD OUT!
  Cattlebrands of Jackson Hole JH5 and JH6

 

Latest Reviews
from US Firearms

 
Handloader Magazine April May 2009

Handloader Magazine, April-May 2009. More Info….

 
World Class Brands of USFA
Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. FOREHAND & WADSWORTH Schuyler, Hartley and Graham™
  USFA Single Action   USFA Full Nickel   USFA Single Action   USFA Single Action   The New 12/22™
 
 

Media

 

USFA Factory Core Gun Catalog

 

The Single Action Revolver

MSRP $1,150.00

Cowboy and Horses

The Single Action Revolver is the most famous and recognized design in revolver history. You can now own a piece of history – our world famous single action revolver.

We build each Single Action to your specifications. Choose from seven calibers. Three barrel lengths - 4-¾", 5-½", 7-½" - with ejector. New MSRP $1,150.00 The Single Action Revolver.

 

The New 12/22™

MSRP $1,095.00

USFA makes history with the largest capacity ever achieved in the “Old Six-Shooter.” The New Model 12/22™ beats the magazine capacity of any .22 Auto Pistol ever offered. Now reborn as a classic full sized Single Action with twelve round capacity it beats .22 Autos by 20%…! The New Model 12/22™.

 
Davidson's
 
 
100% Made in USA
 

Old West FireArms
and Rifles
Hand-made in Hartford 

Welcome to The USFA Custom Shop. All of our American firearms are handcrafted, historically accurate re-creations of Old West guns and rifles that reflect the craftsmanship and quality of the firearms once made under the “Blue Dome.”

Like the originals, our Old West Guns and Cowboy Action Shooting Rifles are hand-made by skilled craftsmen, a rarity in today's world. It is the only way to maintain the look and feel of the 19th century without the intrusiveness of the 20th.

The combination of technology and handcraft is the foundation of USFA's focus of continuous improvement and a 100% American Made World Class experience for those who appreciate quality. The US Pre-War, The Gunslinger and The Double Eagle
Engraved Cylinder
are all part of our determined plan to bring to market the finest, functionally, aesthetically and historically accurate 19th century Old West Guns in the world.
World of USFA

 
USFA Custom Shop
  .455 ELEY   Custer Battlefield Gun   Engraving   Shooting Master®    FlatTop Target
  The Cattlebrands of Jackson Hole   Custom Shop Guns   Henry Nettleton

USFA Full Line and Custom Gun
Shop Catalog

 

USFA at the Movies

USFA guns were used in the 2000 film Shanghai Noon.
 

USFA co-stars with Brad Pitt

Because “Getting it Right” was so important, two USFA Pre-Wars revolvers were carried by Brad Pitt in the Warner Bros. Pictures’ action western “The Assassination of Jesse James.” More.

USFA co-stars with Russell Crowe

USFA American guns, Pre-Wars and Gunslingers, are being used in the new Russell Crowe movie 3:10 To Yuma. Watch the Trailer.
 

The Custer Battlefield Gun

Custer Battlefield Gun

Orville W. Ainsworth served as an Ordnance Sub-inspector at the Colt plant from mid October, 1873 through November 7, 1874.

It was Ainsworth who actually inspected the guns in the serial range of 200-14,343. This was the block of guns which were used during the height of the Indian wars, including Custer’s famous Last Stand.

This historical gun is available today from USFA! Order yours now.
The Custer Battlefield Gun

 

Old Armory Original™ .455 ELEY (Special Offering)
Period Correct British Proofs

.455 ELEY
  • British proofed circa 1890.
  • Triple cylinder combination .455 ELEY, 45 COLT, 45 ACP
  • English Oak Casing, green interior, cartridge board (similar to sample shown).
  • Color Case Armory Blue.
  • “US” Ivory grips included in the price.
  • Fire Blue included.

.455 ELEY Old Armory Original™

 
 

Rabbit Hunting with USFA Sheriff's Model

“…a Rabbit I got with my new USFA 2" Sheriff's Model .45 Colt.  I just got my gun on Friday, then on Sunday my Cousin & I took a ride to look for Elk, Deer, Antelope, just to sight see. This Rabbit was hunkered down thinking I couldn't see him. He was wrong.” - Frank V., MT.
Sheriff's Model

 

USFA Product Spotlight  

USFA Shooting Master .357 Magnum
USFA Shooting Master® .357 Magnum. New Heavy Frame Magnum. From $1,495 (MSRP). More...
The .22 Target
The .22 Target first appeared in 1883. Only 93 were ever made by Colt. USFA recreates this fun and accurate Target revolver for you today. MSRP starting at $1,695 More...
Old Armory Original Series 1st Generation Specifications

Old Armory Original™ Series. 1st Generation Specifications. The Old Colt Single Action reproduced by USFA is now available for the first time in a true 1st Gen. MSRP starting at $2,095 More...
Sparrowhawk™ .327 Magnum
Sparrowhawk™ .327 Magnum. New Scaled (.32 Caliber) Frame. From $1,495 (MSRP). More...
The .22 Plinker
The USFA Plinker™ .22 L.R. Full sized Single Action in .22 Rimfire. MSRP starting at $1,150 More...
 

USFA Customer Testimonials

We get dozens of testimonials from our valued customers to our busy mail room every day:

 

“I bought your 32 wcf 4.75 it is the finest quality saa i have ever fired. I own over 40 of various makes and calibers and this is by far the best. I would recommend us firearms to anyone that wants true quality thanks for the great products.” — Randy S., MT

 

“love this gun so well built thanks for a good looking gun.” — Roy M., OH

 

“Today I picked up my Pre War Single Action Army.  It is without a doubt a beautiful and extraordinarily well made piece.  I am proud to own it and even more happier that it is made in the US.” — Robert P., PA

 
“IT SHOOTS GREAT, LOOKS GREAT, TIMING IS PERFECT, AND I LIKE IT BETTER THAN MY 3RD GEN COLT .45. IT IS MY SIDEARM AT NCOWS MATCHES HERE IN NEBRASKA AND IT ALWAYS SHINES !! THANK YOU FOR MAKING A REAL FINE AMERICAN PRODUCT. I WILL NEVER PART WITH THIS GUN.” — Ken M., NE
 
“The revolver looks fantastic, exhibiting terrific fit and finish.  The appearance and feel are just what I'd imagined it would be.” — Tom F., VA
 
Click here for more testimonials...

“Colt should get USFA to make their Single-Actions”

“Colt should get USFA to make their single-actions. There, I said it. In my opinion, this made-in-the-U.S. hogleg is nicer than anything that's come from the Colt factory in a long time.” – Guns of the Old West, Summer 2004.
Read the Entire Review (PDF).
U.S. Pre-War product description.

 

Flattop Set of Five

The latest creation of the USFA Custom Gun Shop. A set of 5 Match Engraved 'B' Coverage Flattop Targets with Raised Solid Gold Inlay US Logo on Shovelhead and one piece elephant ivory stocks. SOLD OUT! Flattop Set of Five

 

USFA® donated Rodeo revolver to the Duel in Dixie

USFA® was one of the Main Match Sponsors for the Duel in Dixie, SASS S.C. State Championship 2010. The winner of the Rodeo® revolver was Cherokee Maddog.

 

A Day at the Armory - The World of USFA

Shoot Magazine article
SHOOT Magazine's reporter came out to Connecticut and toured USFA's factory. The result is an in-depth article on USFA and the man behind it - Douglas Donnelly. More.
 
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