Item Specifics:
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Brand: Denix
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Type: Non-Firing Replica Revolver
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Model: M1873 Buntline Special
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Era: Old West / American Frontier
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Material: Metal & Wood
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Color: Antique Gray Finish with Wooden Grip
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Overall Length: 17.5 inches
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Weight: Approx. 2.8 lbs
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Functionality: Non-Firing, Movable Cylinder, Trigger & Hammer
Description:
Step into the Wild West with this Denix M1873 Buntline Special Revolver Replica, a non-firing reproduction of one of the most famous long-barreled six-shooters in history. Featuring an antique gray finish and extended barrel for superior accuracy, this replica revolver is perfect for collectors, reenactors, and movie prop enthusiasts looking for an authentic piece of Old West history.
Historical Background:
The Colt Buntline Special, a variant of the legendary M1873 Single Action Army (SAA) Revolver, was introduced in the late 19th century. According to legend, this revolver was commissioned by dime novelist Ned Buntline, who gifted them to famous lawmen such as Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson. The extra-long barrel (typically 12 to 16 inches) was intended to improve accuracy, making it a favored firearm among frontier lawmen, gunslingers, and marksmen.
Although there is debate over whether Buntline Specials were truly used in the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, the revolver gained widespread recognition through Western films, television, and pop culture, becoming one of the most famous non-standard revolvers of the Old West.
Seen in Popular Films & TV Shows:
The M1873 Buntline Special Revolver has appeared in numerous Western films, action movies, and TV series, including:
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Tombstone (1993) – Used by Wyatt Earp in his legendary vendetta ride
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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (1966) – Featured in intense shootouts
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Once Upon a Time in the West (1968) – Wielded by long-range marksmen
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Gunsmoke (TV Series) – Matt Dillon’s signature revolver
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Westworld (HBO) – Seen in futuristic Old West battles
Product Features:
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Authentic Old West Design: Extra-long 17.5-inch barrel for a unique, historical look
- Functional Moving Parts: Rotating cylinder, working hammer, and trigger action
- Perfect for Display & Film Use: Ideal for Western collectors, historical reenactments, and movie props
- Non-Firing & Legal to Own: No FFL required – cannot chamber or fire live ammunition
Why Choose This Replica?
This Denix M1873 Buntline Special Revolver Replica is an iconic addition to any Western firearm collection. Whether you’re a history buff, cowboy enthusiast, or film prop collector, this long-barreled six-shooter makes an excellent display piece, reenactment prop, or conversation starter.
