Cimarron Firearms
Cimarron Firearms is the premier American importer of authentic Old West firearm reproductions—single-action revolvers, lever-action rifles, and cap-and-ball classics built in Italy by Uberti and Pedersoli to Cimarron’s exacting historical specifications. Founded in Fredericksburg, Texas, Cimarron produces the most extensive catalog of authentically reproduced 19th century American firearms available from any single source, covering the Colt Single Action Army in every historical configuration, Winchester and Henry rifle reproductions, and period-correct accessories. For cowboy action shooters, collectors, hunters, and anyone who wants the firearms of the American frontier in a quality production revolver or rifle, Cimarron is the definitive source.
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The Cimarron Model P: The Foundation of the Lineup
The Cimarron Model P is the company’s flagship Single Action Army reproduction—the most faithful reproduction of the Colt 1873 SAA available in production. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, .44 Magnum/.44 Special, .44-40 Winchester, .45 Colt, and .45 ACP in pre-war, standard, and target configurations with barrel lengths from 4.75” to 7.5”. The Model P uses forged steel components throughout, color case-hardened frame, and hand-fitted action that matches or exceeds the quality of original Colt production. For SASS cowboy action shooters, the Model P in .357 Magnum or .45 Colt with a 4.75” barrel is the gold standard competition revolver.
Cimarron 1873 Lever-Action Rifles
Cimarron produces Winchester Model 1873 reproductions in a range of configurations from standard sporting rifles to short-stroke competition variants optimized for cowboy action shooting stage times. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, .44-40, and .45 Colt to match their SAA revolvers, creating a caliber-matched rifle-and-revolver combination that is both historically authentic and practically convenient for cowboy action shooting where shared ammunition simplifies stage management. The Cimarron 1873 rifles use Uberti actions with Cimarron’s quality control and typically ship with smoother actions than competing imports at similar price points.
Historical Authenticity and Cimarron’s Research
Cimarron’s founder Mike Harvey is known for his deep research into original Colt and Winchester firearms, resulting in reproductions that match original factory specifications more closely than most competing importers. Period-correct barrel stampings, historically accurate finish options (including authentic original-type color case hardening), and dimensional accuracy to original blueprints set Cimarron apart from generic reproductions. For collectors who want a shooter-grade reproduction that will pass scrutiny alongside originals, and for SASS shooters who want period-correct equipment, Cimarron’s research investment is directly visible in the product.
Cimarron for Cowboy Action Shooting
Cimarron is the most widely used brand in SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) cowboy action competition—both their SAA revolvers and 1873 lever-action rifles are seen at matches at every level from club to national championship. The Model P in .357 Magnum with a 4.75” barrel is perhaps the most common cowboy action revolver in competition. Cimarron also produces short-stroke competition kits and offers pistols and rifles pre-tuned for competition use. For buyers entering cowboy action shooting who want equipment that will serve them from first match through championship competition without upgrading, Cimarron is the correct starting point.
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