Cimarron Firearms 1872 Open Top Army 45 Colt (Long Colt) Revolver 7.5" Blued Barrel 6 Round Walnut Grip

Not made as a conversion, the 1872 Open Top was its own model, chambered for the .44 rimfire cartridge. The Open Top design features no top strap over the cylinder, allowing for the quick removal of the cylinder, if needed. Some arms students believe that the Open Top, which was only produced from 1872-1873, was made to misdirect any competition producing a metallic cartridge handgun, while the revolutionary 1873 model was being developed. Nonetheless, it was a welcome addition for anyone wantin