Schofield Replica Question

skeezix · Jun 17, 2013

LGS has a NIB .45 Colt Schofield replica. I did some research a while ago and, as best as I can determine, Uberti makes them for all other distributors. I also read there were some quality/function issues for the Navy Arms versions.

Anyone here have any first-hand experience with these replicas? Which are good and which should I stay away from?

I plan to shoot reduced-power cowboy loads, so "power stress" shouldn't be an issue.

Thanks for any info!

Alpo · Jun 17, 2013

When they first came out, both Uberti and Armi San Marco made 'em. The ASM ones had quality problems. For the last several years, only Uberti has made them, whether they say Cimarron or Taylor's or whoever.

(Yes, I know Smith also made some, but they were in 45 S&W, not 45 Colt.)

If I was thinking about buying a used one, I would give it a real good lookin' over, to make sure it said "A. Uberti" on it, and not "ASM".

Lee Barner · Jun 17, 2013

lorin, you must have watched top shot all stars last week too. after watching that gal from Columbia shoot one I sort of wanted one like I need another caliber to reload for. lee

mc5aw · Jun 17, 2013

Lorin ... I've been researching the Schofield replicas for a while now, and think the Ubertis are a very good value. In reading comments from various SA forums, I haven't come across much negative commentary about them, except some aesthetic concerns by SA purists. I'm not certain there's much difference between the proprietary Ubertis and the Cimarrons, aside from branding ... I don't know if I'd drop $1400 on that fancy nickel model, but for $1K +/-, I think whichever standard one you go with will be a great shooter. The Russians are also very nice.

Uberti Top Break: No. 3 New Model Russian, No. 3 2nd Model

Model No. 3 Schofield - Top Break - Cartridge Revolvers

Alpo · Jun 17, 2013

I like the Russian. The spur is a nice place to put my off-hand finger, which I need 'cause the short hammer spur and the hump combine to make it not very easy to shoot it one-handed.

I got a Russian girl to translate the barrel marking. "#3 Russian Gun Company, A. Uberti, Italia".

Mine was six, back when they first came out. I don't believe I'd pay 1100 for another one. Even though I'd like to have a pair.

Thuer · Jun 17, 2013

I have sixteen years of experience with a Uberti Schofield in .45 colt.
It served me well. Just replaced it for a 3th generation Colt also in .45 colt.

There is really one big problem with the Uberti Schofield. i have pointed this out in early post about this subject. The problem is the very thin forcingcone which can rip. I have seen one Uberti Schofield with a 5 inch barrel wich misses a part of the forcingcone. The owner never has seen it. But found that the revolver was a poor shooter ( Ohh really?).

My Uberti gave me a lot of first prices. It is a accurate revolver aldo I have to aim to the right under the black of a normal bulseye target.

I have shot more than 10.000 rounds true it. Yes, the forcingcone was ripped but nevertheless the Schofield did just his good job.

My friend who is a very good gunsmith hate the Uberti Schofield becouse they are pricey not conferm to the quality. (the forcingcone)

For a better triggerpull you should remove the internal hammerblock. This part sits under the hammer and is easy to remove.

I have has a good time with the Schofield. But after 16 years of hard duty it wears a bit out.

I did made mild loads for it. 5.1 grain Vectan BA 10 after a 230 grain bullet. The max load was 5.6. The only thing what is holding the revolver together is the small ax in the hinge.

With Blackpowder it could get stuck and the cilinder will not turn easy.

Also I did find the accurasy with Blackpowder less than with Nitro loads.

If you do use Blackpowder be sure that you take the complete revolver a part to clean him. The residu is everywhere.

The Schofield is there also in .38 special, .44-40 and ofcource the .45 colt

I wish you a lot of fun with it. The Colt was comming on my pad for a good price and I love it. Otherwise I could easy go for another Uberti Schofield.

Ivan the Butcher · Jun 17, 2013

I have a pair of #3 Russians (by Umberti), I gave $700 ea. for them used a few years ago. They are great revolvers. They were designed to be shot one handed, by letting the recoil lift the muzzle, it brings the hammer right to your thumb. The problem with this is in "Cowboy" shooting this breaks the vertical plane, (see the 170 degree rule) and is not allowed. That means we cock with one thumb and fire with the other index finger, plus you must release the trigger after each shot. making the whole affair much slower than a Ruger or a Colt design. Ivan

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