45 Colt Dakota Model by Armi Jager of Italy

Here is another one of my personal firearms. I will be selling this handgun very soon, I am cutting down on my overall collection.

This 'Cowboy Revolver' has had a Cowboy Action Job performed by a Professional Gun Smith, the Spring was upgraded to an original Colt, the Ejector Assembly was upgraded to Colt. I have included two pictures of me shooting this handgun in the Arizona Desert.

Description and Specs:

Importer : Armi Jager of Italy.

Manufacturer:  E.M.F. Company.

Manufactured in the 1980's by F.LLI Pietta of Italy for EMF USA.

Also marketed as: EMF DAKOTA TARGET SAA.

Copy of Colt 1873 Single Action Army Model with 4 3/4 Inch Barrel often referred to as the 'Sheriff's Model.'

Caliber: 45 LC (Long Colt).

Model: Dakota

Action: Single Action Cowboy 6-Shot Revolver.

Single 4-Position Hammer.

Standard Slide Ejector.

Rounds: Can Handle 45 LC Lead, 45 LC Flat, 45 LC Hollow Point, any brand including properly done reloads.

Wood Mahogany Pistol Grips.

Barrel Length: 4 3/4 Inches.

Overall Length: 10 1/4 Inches.

Brass Metal Frame.

Standard Blued Barrel.

Fixed Front Ruger Style Sights.

Design: Copy of Colt Revolver (Clone).

Metal Trigger.

Metal Trigger Guard Assembly.

Has 3 Stamped Proof Marks on right side of Brass Metal Frame.

Bottom of Metal Frame, front of Trigger Guard is Serial Number: S/N xxxxx.

Barrel Markings:

Top of Barrel  - Armi Jager Italy

Left Side of Barrel – Dakota Cal. 45 Colt

Right Side Barrel – 2 Stamped Proof and Manufacturing Marks

Armi of Italy is the Importer not the Manufacturer.

Approximate Weight: With 5 rounds in Cylinder is 2 pounds.

Important Information for Shooters – There is NO difference between a 45 Colt and a 45 Long Colt, the ammo and caliber are the same.

NRA Rated: Very Good, slight wear and tear due to age and use of sliding in and out of cowboy holster.

History: Some Shooting Information

Exhibition Shot: Splitting a Playing Card in Flight

Bob Munden, world famous fast draw competitor and cowboy action shooter, stunned the End of Trail tournament crowd in Coto de Caza, California, on April 26, 1986 with this one. Before his attempt, Boyd David of EMF Distributors expressed his belief that this would be impossible to do. Munden told him that he not only could do it, but that he would do it with Boyd's gun. Boyd Davis is one of the creators of the fun End of Trail tournament and EMF is one of the primary sponsors. Munden borrowed Boyd's gun, a 45 Colt Dakota Single Action with a 4 3/4 inch barrel. On the fourth try, he split a card, an eight of hearts. This has to be one of the greatest exhibition shots ever done.

Note - This Dakota cowboy six shooter is becoming rare and is now a collectible.

John Wayne Cowboy Old West 44-40 Revolver

John Wayne mostly carried, in his western movies, a Colt Single Action Army Revolver also referred to as the 'Peacemaker.'

Universal Firearms Cleaning Kit

A 28 Piece Universal Cleaning Set in a Wood Gun Cleaning Box.
Cleans ALL Firearms from 22 Caliber up to and including 10 Gauge Shotguns.

U.S. Navy WWII Sedgley Mark 5, 10-Gauge Flare Pistol

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Bowie Knife :

This is my Bowie Knife, it has seen a lot of use. I always carry this when I go into the Arizona Desert. These knives are often referred to as an Arkansas Pig Sticker.

Mountain Man with his Bowie Knife:
Post Updated, June 30, 2012

Small and Medium Game Hunting Pictures, Part 25 - North American Badger

These are quite aggressive and very dangerous.

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Small and Medium Game Hunting Pictures, Part 21 - Jack Rabbit

Commonly found in the Arizona Desert.

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Douglas AC-47 Spooky

Originally used in WW2 and Korea this aircraft went through several modifications and was used in Vietnam. The Vietnam version was a Convair C-131B Turbo-Prop Airplane equip with General Electric Gatling Guns (Mini-Guns). American and South Vietnamese ground troops often referred to this plane as Spooky or Puff (for- Puff the Magic Dragon).
The use of this plane was depicted in the movie 'Green Beret' with John Wayne.

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YouTube Videos : Sundance Industries Boa 25 Caliber ACP Semi-Auto Handgun

This video reflects common problems incurred when a firearm is purchased from an off brand manufacturer.
These handgun types were often referred to as a 'Saturday Night Specials'.

Question from Viewer : Difference Between Antiques and Collectibles

Q) What is the difference between an Antique and a Collectible Firearm?

A) This determination comes from the ATF which has a rule anything made before 1899 is an antique firearm. A collectible is anything made from 1899 to present that is rare or highly desirable by gun collectors.

Revolver Handgun with Multiple Cylinders

Invented and patented in England by Joseph Enouy around 1855.

Parts and Function of a Typical Rifle Scope

Horse Carrying Ammunition During WW1

Horses, Dogs, Mules, and Pigeons were all utilized during World War 1.

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Federal 8mm Ammo

This shoots very well in my German 8 MM Mauser Rifle.

Emergency Wilderness Bunker :

For - Doomsday Preppers, Hunters, Fisherman, Survivalist, Hikers, Campers, Fisherman, Boyscouts, and Nature Lovers.
Anyone can get lost in the woods and have to survive. The elements are one factor that must be considered to insure survival. Weather can be a killer. This simple to construct Emergency Shelter can save your life.


Instructions of how to build this shelter are:
Step 1 ....
What you'll need
1. Twine (Tree Vines will do in a pinch if available, if close to water mud can be used for the base).
2. A Knife (for cutting twine, clearing small brush, etc.).
3. Lots of sticks of various sizes and logs.
4. A Large Pile of Dead Leaves and some plants with dirt and roots.
5. A Rake (You can use a stick with a 'Y' branch).
6. Desire to stay alive.

Step 2 ....
Clear and area and level off the best you can.

Step 3 ....
Gather various size sticks and place in a pile close to where you will build your shelter.

Step 4 ....
1. Find 2 fairly straight support sticks about 20-feet long and 2-inches in diameter for the structural base.
2. Find some small tree logs about 4-inches in diameter.

Step 5 ....
1. Find 2 sticks about 5-feet long.
2. Sharpen one end of the two sticks.
3. Dig 2 holes approximately 3-feet apart and about 10-inches deep using your knife and a stick.
4. Place the pointed end of the stick into the hole and fill back with dirt, tamp so dirt is firm.

Step 6 ....
Using the twine, rope, or tree vines lash the supports to the uprights so one end of the support just touches the ground, make sure it is straight. This is the beginning of a lein-to.

Step 7 ....
1. Find 2 straight sticks about 10-foot long for the shelter support.
2. Now tie the support sticks to uprights facing out to the side. These will give the shelter lateral support from the wind.
3. Now tie or lash the logs evenly spaced to the supports from top of shelter to ground.

Step 8 ....
Now begin to add the sticks to the sides and back of the shelter. These must be placed closely together because you will add leaves later and you don't want the leaves falling through.

Step 9 ....
Now add the leaves to the top of the shelter.

Step 10 ....
Pack the fresh rooted plants with dirt between the sides of the sticks and cover with leaves.

Step 11 ....
On the top of the shelter add small branches to hold the leaves in place and some brush laid on the sides to keep everything in place.


This is not the most comfortable shelter but it will keep you dry in the rain and prevent you from freezing at night.
NOTE : Before I get a lot of emails I know there are lots of variations to this concept, but this was the one with a picture that was sent to me.

British, Royal Arms, Sten Mk II 9mm Machine Gun

Military Ghillie Suit

These full camouflage suits are used by almost every military in the world.
These full body suits come in a variety of color combinations for almost every environment.
They are also popular with hunters, doomsday preppers, and even avid air soft users.
They can easily be purchased online from a variety of sources.

They even make Ghillie for the rifle.