Why Pietta Revolvers SUCK! ... and Why You Should Still Get One

Pietta Brand Cap and Ball Revolvers are the cheapest priced models on the market, and they do leave a lot to be desired. This is a look at my first (and only) Pietta revolver (1861 Navy Sherriff's Model) that I've had for a year and what was wrong with it and what went wrong throughout the year. Full Article: https://blackpowderguide.com/pietta-b... With any black powder revolver, you're going to have to do some post-purchase gunsmithing. No brand is exempt from that. Overall, I'm happy with my Pietta for the knowledge that I've gained about the mechanics of how a cap and ball revolver works, as I've done a bit of work with this one. In fact, as you will see in the video, I still have some work to do to make the revolver reliable. Going forward, I'm not sure if I will purchase another, but if you're looking for the most inexpensive brand to get your feet wet in the hobby, then Pietta is an excellent choice. You'll learn a lot, repair a lot, and they shoot well. Fit and finish leave something to be desired, but for a field gun that you just want to have fun with, you can't go wrong with Pietta.