SAA

The Single Action Army Colt which inspired the song, is listed as serial # 5966 manufactured in 1874 and
ordnance sub-inspected by O.W. Ainsworth. The antique is noteworthy in itself as a collectors piece, one
of 17 extant Custer 5900 serial number SAA Colts possibly from the Battle of Little Big Horn June 26,
1876. The Colt originated from Lot Six (#5505-#6516), one of the "prime" lots from which the 7th Cavalry
received their initial issue prior to departure into the Black Hills. The antique is featured in a GLA
"Open Roads" promotional photo.