TRAD FRONTIER 1873 45LC 4.75 CCH SA WALNUT

Traditions Performance Firearms built the Frontier 1873 around authentic reproduction craftsmanship — a 4.75-inch, color-case hardened single-action in .45 LC with a walnut grip and steel frame. It draws buyers who want a historically grounded revolver that shoots, not just displays. TacticCAL carries it as a CA-legal option under PC §32100.

Saturday Morning at the Range: Where the Frontier 1873 Earns Its Keep

The buyer who reaches for this revolver typically isn't chasing split times. They're drawn to the manual of arms — thumb the hammer, fire, repeat — and they want a firearm that rewards deliberate shooting. The 4.75-inch barrel is the classic working length for this platform: long enough for a stable sight picture with fixed sights, short enough to clear leather without drama. The color-case hardened finish and walnut grip make it presentable at a cowboy action shoot or a collector shelf, but the transfer bar safety system means it's designed to be fired, not just admired. Steel frame construction throughout. This is a six-shot revolver chambered in .45 LC. PC §32100 exempt — California compliant as a qualifying single-action revolver. See our §32100 single-action revolver exemption — qualifying configurations.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Traditions Frontier 1873 legal for cowboy action shooting competitions like SASS?

The single-action mechanism, 4.75-inch barrel, and .45 LC chambering fit the standard equipment rules for SASS and similar cowboy action formats. Confirm current division rules with your local club before your first match.

What .45 LC ammunition works well in the Frontier 1873 — and what should I avoid?

Standard .45 LC pressure loads are appropriate for this platform. Avoid high-pressure 'Ruger-only' or +P .45 LC loads — the Frontier 1873 is a reproduction-grade firearm, not a modern large-frame revolver. Speer and Federal standard-pressure loads are solid starting points.

What should I do during the 10-day wait after purchasing the Frontier 1873?

Your FSC must already be in hand before DROS is submitted — nothing left to do on paperwork. Use the wait to source .45 LC ammunition, find a CA-compliant locked transport container, and locate a holster sized for a 4.75-inch single-action. A Galco or Safariland option sized for the 1873 platform is worth researching.

How much does an FFL transfer cost in Sunnyvale?

See our pricing and fees page at https://tacticcalgunstore.com/pricing-and-fees/ for current FFL transfer rates — TacticCAL keeps fees flat and transparent.

What is an FFL transfer in California?

An FFL transfer is when a federally-licensed dealer like TacticCAL receives a firearm shipped from another seller and processes California's required DROS paperwork to legally transfer it to you.

Does TacticCAL help with CA compliant firearms?

Yes — TacticCAL specializes in California-compliant handguns from the DOJ Roster and PC §32100 exempt single-action revolvers. More inventory at firearms dealer Richmond.

TacticCAL Gun Store Sunnyvale CA is your Bay Area FFL transfer dealer for California compliant handguns — same-day DROS Sunnyvale processing for Gilroy and South Bay buyers.