Uberti 1875 Lightning Slide-Action Short Rifle

The Colt Lightning Rifle, introduced in 1884, was chambered in .44-40, the most popular pistol round offered for Colt’s 1873 single action revolvers. Colt followed with Lightning Rifles in three different frame sizes, to accommodate a wide range of cartridges, from .22 caliber to .50-95 Express. Known for its speed, the Colt rifle could beat any Winchester. Samuel Colt used to say, “Nothing is faster than Lightning.” More than 185,000 of the Colt rifles were manufactured, but a new one hadn’t been made since 1904... until now.

The Lightning Rifle by Uberti is an exact replica of the original Colt Lightning, but will safely stand up to modern ammunition because it’s made with modern steel and today’s manufacturing techniques. This Lightning Rifle is a .45 Colt with luster-finished satin walnut stocks and color case-hardened receivers.

Specifications:

• Item Number: 356026
• Model: Short Rifle
  
• Caliber: .45 Colt
• Finish: Case-Hardened
• Capacity: 10+1
• Barrel Length: 20"   
• Number of Grooves: 6
• Twist: Right
• Barrel: Octagonal
• Stock: A-Grade Walnut Straight
• Materials: Case-Hardened Frame and Trigger Guard