Colt SAA 20th Anniversary

[@hickok45]

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[@andrewshane9723]

Got the pleasure of meeting this awesome shooter of a guy in 2016 at the Louisville shot show at the colt booth looking at the new line up of AR-15 s and he signed 2 pmags for my cousin and I. Still one the most humble guys I've met.

[@CS-tn4tv]

Why do you load five rounds instead of all six?? Just curious

[@Se7enBeatleofDoom]

20 years later I still love to reload during a battle.

[@michaeleggers5539]

It's a Nice Gun, I'll Give You That. But the Engraving Gives You No Tactical Advantage Whatsoever

[@MrJdebest]

Lol, reloading during a battle let's you catch your breath and revise your tactics 🤣.

[@tinman8518]

@@ncbarbarian You're pretty good!

[@vancityguy]

Got to love the Metal Gear Solid reference…

[@shadowwolf9503]

@@MrJdebest I carry revolvers everyday. Not one, but 2 or 3. My reload theory is to drop my empty revolver, and pull out another loaded one.

[@MORGATH99]

"This is the greatest handgun ever made. The Colt Single Action Army. Six bullets... More than enough to kill anything that moves. Now I'll show you why they call me... 'Revolver'."

[@kstaggs87]

-Revolver Ocelot

[@gustavofirmino870]

@@kstaggs87 Revolver Ocelot

[@ssstrega]

@@gustavofirmino870 (revolver ocelot)

[@kevingamboa9420]

“Excellent speech, my friend. Gift of the silver tongue! They say it’s the mark of a good officer… and of a liar. Americans are too in love with the sound of their own voice to speak the truth.”

[@kenamaro3942]

I bought that exact same gun when I turned 40 in 2001. It's absolutely beautiful in every way. I'm turning 63 this summer and ready to go back to the range..

[@aaustria3716]

The clicks of hammer, of cylinder and the cowboy loading is classic. Great video for SAA.

[@kbjerke]

Sweetest handling and best looking handgun ever! I love mine! Thanks, Hickok45!

[@ByTheLake81]

Happy anniversary! Thanks for bringing out the SAA!

[@DDubb007]

My grandfathers favorite caliber was .45 long colt too. I tried to correct him on the long colt thing but he never did care. I’ve still got a green reload box that says LONG COLT on it. I’ll always call it long colt now, makes me smile.

[@murphy4yt]

My contention is that anyone who would correct someone on terminology like that doesn’t have enough to worry about.

[@AllAboutSurvival]

Good morning to you sir Hickok! Greetings from SE Asia ✌🏼 You are a true legend!

[@howardtaylor9109]

I must agree, there is nothing that feels as good in your hand than a Colt SAA. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertsalyers1351]

My wife would disagree 😂

[@loganchappell6272]

I few videos ago I asked for more talking videos like the old days of the channel, and Hickok told me to watch the Sunday Shoot-a-Round videos. I can say that anyone who does not watch them currently should. It is so great to have a video that is just a slow long talk in a world of quick convenience and rat races.

[@williammccarthy9360]

I purchased a colt SSA 5years ago blue and Ca︅s︅e hardened with 51/2 inch bbl, wanted in 45 colt but it was .357 mag. I love that gun, they are hard to come by for sure, if a 71/2 inch 45 cal ever presents itself to me I will have it. Just wanted to say how much I love your ssa collection an video’s, Well done Hickok!

[@trsgringo]

SSA=Social Security Administration SAA=Single Action Army

[@timsmith9645]

Congratulations on having the gun for 20 years thanks for sharing Hickok45

[@raidwolf4088]

The greatest handgun ever made…

[@patterguitsit7124]

The best Hikock45 videos are of the single actions!

[@rogergiese1709]

Qq

[@ZexaXIII]

Nothing better than watching Hickok45 after watching my favourite team Manchester United play.

[@davidkiger7449]

Legendary cartridge. Looking forward to getting my first 45 colt!

[@grassroot011]

If you do, get "your ears on," as they are really loud, haa. Knew a guy who would put cigarette filters in hi sear, didn't work too well though. I never had any ear protection to my slight hearing damage. Ya Hear? Ha

[@shadowwolf9503]

@@grassroot011 I'm 58. When I started shooting (age 5), no one used hearing or eye protection. I served on a 105 mm howitzer during the 80"s. 2 years as an ammo humper and 4 years pulling the laynard to fire it. I never wore hearing or eye protection. Im not saying it's a bad idea to wear protection, but most of us didn't. I've owned and fired almost every handgun caliber there is over the years. The only caliber that rings my ears is the 357 magnum. I'm sure I have some hearing damage from not using ear plugs. But I can still hear pretty good overall. I did see guys when I was enlisted use cigarette butts for hearing protection.

[@phillipdale6765]

That weapon and your discussion of her brings such joy to my heart ..thank you for making my day !!

[@jessylabrie9298]

What a beautiful noise when handling a colt, ohhhhh gives me goosebumps

[@DonnyDoo42]

Always love seeing the SAA Colt on your channel. After I bought my first .45 Colt, a Taylor’s and Co. 1873 4 3/4”, I rewatched your Cimarron Wyatt Earp video and just had to get one. Probably my favorite handgun platform out there.

[@3ducs]

'45 has been the catalyst for many of the firearms in my collection! I can't afford Colts but do have several Uberti clones.

[@DonnyDoo42]

@@3ducs I hear that. I saved my pennies for a couple Colt 1911s, but not quite enough to have any actual Colt SAAs. Still fantastic guns as clones, Uberti and Pietta do a fantastic job of replicating them.

[@Techno_Viking_74]

Love those old (or new) Colt Single Actions. ‘Merica 🇺🇸

[@bradleyyounger8499]

I have never handled a colt but I have shot an uberti. It had a beautiful trigger and I loved the way the cylender sounded. Very smooth and crisp trigger

[@kakadaf3]

Absolutely masterful muzzle control !

[@TechReviewbyIrdi]

I just purchased a Cimarron PPP357N in 4.75". Nickel plated. Happens to be the Pietta one with the 4 clicks. Wouldn't go any other way now. As for the 45 and it's recoil, I've had some hand surgeries over the years and a bicep tear. It's going to be .38's and sometimes the 357 when I want to kablewy something. I always wanted a 45 colt, but went with a .357 Mag on this one. The ejection rod comes close to the cylinder wall as opposed to the 45 bore allowance. But, gingerly on the reload, I have better memory motion with it. I have had several Heritages in the small .22 bore sizes. A 7/8 scale of the SAA for post or prewar sizes. But the Colt Frontier Scout is that size and works good in my holster rig. Anyways, love the channel, love the new SAA Pistolero in nickel. Keep up the great work Hickock45!

[@allanburt5250]

Some things just don't need to change.... lovely

[@stephenmartin9393]

As always you gentlemen have done a fine job with this video. My own shooting experiences have largely been spent shooting Smith and Wessons, double action Colts , Rugers, Sig Sauers, and a few others. I have denied myself the privilege of spending time with Colt Single actions and the Single action Army in particular. I believe that Colt probably has the best single action revolvers in the last couple hundred years

[@Ed-ig7fj]

One added advantage to the SAA is that you can load her up with an empty chamber under the hammer, and (uncocked) it is safe to handle out at the farm at 2 a.m. Treat it with respect, obviously, but you probably won't have an accidental discharge, which would be more possible with a double action revolver. Remember, the Devil loads empty guns. --Old Guy

[@conniecowtool]

Thank you for everything sir, me and my family really appreciate your wisdom and knowledge.

[@ismarwinkelman5648]

Agreed 😊

[@Pantheragem]

In 2012 my local dealer managed to find me a real Colt SAA that was made in 2007, and somehow had never been sold. The finish wasn't great, but I sent it to Colt for rebluing and I'm pretty sure they sent it to Turnbull for the case coloring. I then sent it out for a trigger job and to have custom "3:10 To Yuma-Hand of God" grips made for it. Yes I've shot it plenty. It is like a work of art though.

[@ayoub8296]

This man has got really really good aim

[@daveyjoweaver6282]

A lightning bolt when he drew that colt,,,,45! Remember that tv show? I think it was called Colt 45. A Lovely piece of art that revolver! Kind Thanks Hickok 45! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

[@thundercatt5265]

..look how smooth ,he was working the hammer , you can tell he has sent his fair share down range

[@fireguy_75]

7:40 "Should I try one on the gong...I have no idea really where to hold, I havent shot this thing in a good while..." BANG, NEARLY A DEAD-CENTER SHOT! LOL. Love the humility Hickok!

[@generalkrang7138]

What a shot on the gong!!! Respect sir!

[@WesGoesCrazy_YT]

Would love to see a full Hickok gun collection video!!!!

[@garymessina1609]

Happy anniversary great fun shot thanks Hickok 45

[@scotthamp384]

There's only one sound that is as beautiful as the clicking of a Colt SAA, and that is the clacking of a lever action rifle

[@franksantiago2075]

Always love your videos Hickok45

[@ismarwinkelman5648]

John is one of the luckiest sons on Earth 👏🏾🔥🇳🇱

[@e-unit1579]

I’d love Hickok to do a video on the LeMat revolver, just a very interesting and neat firearm. Hopefully he makes it some day.

[@Ed-ig7fj]

I believe that the LeMat was featured in a book called Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier. The book tells the story of a Civil War soldier's journey home after recovering from his wounds. I have seen repro' LeMats for sale in the past. --Old Guy

[@alanpruett2217]

That’s a fine Colt SAA! I’m glad they are still made as well as the ammo. Hope it lasts forever!

[@lancairw867]

In my 40s and have a few firearms. I bought a few years back a new Colt SAA .45 just because 👍🏻. Classic/famous most beautiful revolver/pistol. I got a letter of history from Colt and will pass on to my son 😊edit: mine in 5 1/2 barrel. I think theGoldilocks length. Not to long not to short IMO.

[@JR15A2]

Ambidextrous trigger and hammer, too funny! Beautiful revolver!

[@oscard.5854]

Very nice firearm! Cheers Mr.

[@charlesbeaumont1675]

If you have never tried one you are missing one of the best handling handguns ever made.

[@larry1824]

I have one actual.colt SAA and two from Cimmaron I'm think are excellent. The SAA with the 1911 will always be my go to guns. No revolver made speaks more proudly.

[@JuanRodriguez-kw2gr]

Hey hickock45 how about the Indian wars? The army used Colt SAA revolvers at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. There is no better caliber with the “stopping power” the “peacemaker” has. Sometimes I wonder why nobody has come up with a modern semi auto design for this round, it’s a slow bullet compared to the modern cartridges but it hits hard, it’s a true “man stopper”. As a Colt owner I love this videos. A 19th century saying: “God created men, Sam Colt made them equal”. Keep up the good work hickock45!!

[@thomassicard4405]

Gotta love a single action 45 Colt

[@jimc.goodfellas]

Hickok is the man!

[@Studio26A]

That is the same John Wayne revolver used in the super great movie El Dorado, Colt SAA (Quick Draw model) Lovely gun !!!!

[@WhiskeyRiverRifleman]

I love the way empty brass jingles in the hand.

[@doranmaxwell1755]

I am a big fan of the Cimarron version of the Colt SAA... they are accurate and very well made.

[@omaradel1k1k18]

I would want to try that revolver in the feature, a big fan of these type of guns

[@thebigjakekinard]

Life’s good, but it’s even gooder when Hickok45 posts a video of a Colt SAA

[@randyguapo7793]

Love the short 4 3/4 Colt 3rd Generation Peacemaker. My Favorite Length . .45 Caliber

[@trsgringo]

For a gun made in the 1990s, that Colt looks like it has really seen a lot of ACTUAL USE!! That is good to see. Too many of these from that era are safe queens. You only live once, people! What are you saving them for?? Shoot and enjoy these things while you can!

[@Ed-ig7fj]

These are great revolvers. Note how he loads it (see related videos of this online): hammer to 2nd click, load one chamber, skip one, load the next four chambers. Carefully finish cocking the gun and slowly let the hammer down on the (supposedly) empty chamber. Never carry a SSA with the hammer down on a live round. A smack to the hammer, or an accidental tugging on the hammer, can set it off. Educate yourself, and you will have a fine handgun for life. --Old Guy

[@Bobsbargainbasement]

Yep The Cowboy load

[@AZguy44]

Long live Hickok45 ❤❤

[@6Sally5]

I can’t afford a Colt, but I did get a Heritage SAA in 45Colt to go with my Winchester Model ‘73…. love them both!

[@batmanprotecteurtunisiaxi7950]

Merci capitaine 🦸‍♂️🌿⚖️👍

[@mikejamieson419]

This guy is awesome!

[@willdelaune]

Bring back the long branch!

[@hickok45]

Actually, I did a couple of Sunday Videos ago.

[@michaelsteel2189]

It's next on my list Hopefully will have one by the first of the year, been looking colt really likes them to....

[@leonardjanda6181]

Bought mine back in 80, love it❤

[@GTAtlanta]

Doc Holliday was born the next town over from me in griffen,ga. It's almost mandatory to have a revolver around here lol

[@Emi_Alvarez]

As Revolver Ocelot once said "This is the greatest handgun ever made"

[@germanolmeda6200]

Way to go Hickock ! Cool cowboy or lawman / gunfighter revolver ! Pretty good for 4 or 2 legged predators too ! Peace ! 😎👍✌

[@bigkid5226]

That's another beautiful gun sir you have a nice collection my favourite is your m1 grand and your single action army

[@randyblackburn9765]

45 Colt should have been named 45 Long Colt 100 years ago . Actually Long Colt is stamped on gun barrels and ammo boxes now.

[@jimjones9740]

Love me sum Colt SAA gotta have more than one 😊

[@RangeWarriors.B0D]

Always gives the best tips and advice 🎯‼️

[@ashshortfuse2120]

Won't be long before it's that design's 150th birthday. If Hickok puts out a video, next year, starring his classic Colt Single Action Army, and maybe a Trapdoor, for good measure, I wouldn't be surprised.

[@hickok45]

Yes, I'm looking forward to celebrating the 150th birthday

[@svenneskaviar607]

Can't believe it's already been 20 years since sam colt first started manufacturing the Navy, time flies man

[@ericmoore9007]

Ole faithful always gets the job done ☑️

[@ilovejesusdude]

Stanford, Vanderbilt, and MIT...I'm impressed

[@itsAL.]

Nice sound when reloading awwww i love it

[@muuuuuud]

That's one nice piece, have a great one.

[@arpandey7043]

A piece of art

[@donwp]

Happy Anniversary. Lovely handgun.

[@keithbill310]

Its a beautiful gun I love the old cowboy guns.. i know this is not a old one ..

[@ATR-hr6so]

Another great big bore video. Would love to see a S&W 38/44 heavy duty video. This was the big N Frame that led to the development of the .357 Magnum. It would be great to see Hickok get his hands on one to shoot at the compound.

[@ManuelSanchez-iq5vt]

Yes, I want two please 🙏

[@pauliecopez2683]

Pawn shop near me bought a collection of those from a guy. There was a long barreled .45 colt Artillery(?) With those black plastic grips the Army versions had. The grips checkering were dang near worn smooth. I wondered how long you have to carry a pistol to do that? I love guns with character thay have been used. It took him awhile to sell all of them. They were 2000-5500

[@stuartstuart866]

The most beautiful gun I have ever seen. This is art, craftsmanship,investment and practicality all in one object. I always wanted one, but $$$. And no, a replica isn’t the same, not to me anyway.

[@Corentindavy223]

Magnifique. Le son du tir est superbe. Arme vraiment magnifique.

[@thehabitat7299]

That's an absolute treasure!

[@patbarrett2728]

Love Hickhock 45 with a Colt SAA 45 It's like bread & butter, Peanut butter & jelly

[@old_rocker3642]

I'm Russian and I don't understand English, but I really enjoy watching your channel

[@colindegrow1475]

Such a beautiful piece. Great video👍

[@VikingWelder]

Long live Hickok45

[@gpp5453]

I love my 2nd generation, 7.50 barrel.

[@Wildwest89]

Best single action revolver

[@h.mitchell6224]

Such a gorgeous gun.

[@teb0072]

I haven’t had the pleasure of handling a Colt SAA, but looking forward to trying one. Closest I’ve come, besides my Python, is my Fanner 50. It’s been a few years, though…

[@SquirrelLover...]

I love your videos! Please keep uploading :)

[@heathschofield8100]

I have a Uberti cattleman replica of the Colt single action that shoots 45 colt, and I really like mine. It's fun to shoot.

[@michaeleggers5539]

That was some fancy shooting, you're pretty good.

[@rainyriveroutfitters]

Love relic hand gun reviews, I just did one on a 135 year old lemon squeezer.

[@PhoenixFyre]

For some reason I really like the 7 and a half inch barrel.

[@poppasmurf9624]

I'd love to see another New Original Henry video

[@brotherhood7596]

Your favourite right there

[@hickok45]

See our video "The Last Single Action I'd Ever Sell" for that information. :-)