Uberti,Pietta and Taylors what’s the difference?

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I’ve always thought that Taylor’s made their own revolvers but now understand they’re just the distributor.
Are Pietta and Uberti two different manufacturers? Or , is one them a manufacturer and the other a distributor?
 
So if Taylor distributes Pietta ,who distributes Uberti?
Reason I ask is my 1860 replica has no name on it but is listed on the reg cert as Taylor’s and Company
And I just ordered a conversion kit from Kirst, for the Pietta 1860.
I see that Taylor’s sell a conversion kit as well.
 
The only Italian company that makes a Henry rifle is Uberti.The American company Henry also makes a Henry rifle replica their Henry Original which is very nice and very pricy
 
I assume he's talking about the 1860 revolver not the 1860 Henry rifle.

I'm guessing the Taylor's conversion kit is for the Pietta, as a quick look on the Taylor's website shows the manual for the 1860 being a Pietta manual. The manuals on the Taylor's site and Pietta's site are the same.

The manual on the Uberti website for the 1860 is a different one and does not mention Taylor's or Pietta.

This all assuming the manuals mean something.
 
45C: Uberti sells under it's own name. As well as being imported/distributed by Cimarron and Taylor's. Taylor's conversion kits are available for both Uberti and Pietta C & B revolvers. When ordering conversion cylinders etc., be sure to specify which brand. Likewise: Kirst.

As far as markings go, look for the manufacturer's logo (usually next to the Importer's mark). For Uberti revolvers, this will be a U, within an octagon(Represents stylized view of muzzle end of octagonal barrel including rifling). While Pietta revolvers may display the letters" F A P...or sometimes FP...within a diamond shape. That is, if no other brand or other markings are stamped on the barrel(usual).
Of course, depending on the age of the revolver, these markings have changed over time.
Hope this helps

Al
 
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I ordered it about 6 years ago, it has brass trigger guard and blue cylinder and barrel.
Cylinder has engraving on it.
I thought it was a Pietta when I bought it but registration certificate is saying Taylors.
I’ll take a closer look tonight after work.
Maybe I got lucky 😂
 
I have previously and do own several of both U erti and Pietta guns

My observations/experience is that U erti guns display a higher level of fit/finish and build quality.
My Pietta experience is limited to revolvers while I have owned and do own a few U erti rifles as well.

All of my Uberti/Pietta guns seem to have the issue of soft screws and small parts ....compared to winchester/colt and other guns of similar design However their wood and metal work is always impressive

My japanese manufactured winchester 73 rifles are mechanically superior in tolerances and function but less impressive visually with wood and metal finish

My Pietta 1873 revolvers are rougher actions and lesser fit/finish than my Ubertis .... never owned a Colt 1873 but have handled many....they seem better built actions but not always great bluig/grips etc
 
45C: That seems to be a common problem with reg certs. With incorrect manufacturer often shown. Only way to know for sure, is to locate the actual manufacturer's logo. There should be other markings, too. Including proof marks, manufacture date code, etc. Depending on manufacturer and date, these may be on the frame, barrel, or both. Proof marks, in particular.
 
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Uberti bought Pietta but operates them as separate companies. Taylor’s distributes their guns. Taylor’s has had a few runs made to their specifications.
The conversion cylinder is likely going to need to be fitted. My two Uberti 1860 cylinders won’t inter change. 20000 difference in serial numbers. As said above make sure you have the proper serial number range as they are different.
 
I’ve seen Uberti made rifles with different names behind them
Seen Stoger, Cimmeron, Taylor’s, and just plain Uberti
They are all made by Uberti but the different distributors have their own specifications they want the guns made to
 
Deathrawt: You're right. That seems to cause some confusion. Especially, when buying parts for firearm brands sold through distributors, ie: Taylor's, Cimarron, etc. Only way to know for sure in some cases, is to locate the Maker's logo. Which should be found somewhere on the firearm.
 
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It's been 30 some years since I've held them in my hands but uberti and pietta copies of 1860 colt used to be physically different. But your gun should be stamped somewhere if it's a uberti or pietta?
I doubt if the cylinder will interchange unless u are extremely lucky
 
Valiant said:
It's been 30 some years since I've held them in my hands but uberti and pietta copies of 1860 colt used to be physically different. But your gun should be stamped somewhere if it's a uberti or pietta?
I doubt if the cylinder will interchange unless u are extremely lucky
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Yes,I found the Uberti stamp under the loading lever.
so because of my stupid mistake,I have to return the Pietta cylinder and reorder the Uberti conversion.
At the end of the day I may as well find a antique SAA, lol
 
45C said:
Yes,I found the Uberti stamp under the loading lever.
so because of my stupid mistake,I have to return the Pietta cylinder and reorder the Uberti conversion.
At the end of the day I may as well find a antique SAA, lol
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If I remember right the pietta was physically smaller than uberti.
On a positive note you are lucky that your gun is a uberti. Years ago the uberti was a much better gun than the pietta 1860
 
Valiant said:
If I remember right the pietta was physically smaller than uberti.
On a positive note you are lucky that your gun is a uberti. Years ago the uberti was a much better gun than the pietta
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I shouda,coulda got a saa when I had the chance
I’d love to have an antique saa but $10000 asking pric s are a bit to rich for me.
I’d like to import one from US but that’s probably not any cheaper and a nightmare to deal wit
 
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45C: Good to hear that you found the Uberti stamp. Now, just a matter of getting the correct replacement cylinder, etc. Let us know how you make out.

Al
 
Alex McKr said:
45C: Good to hear that you found the Uberti stamp. Now, just a matter of getting the correct replacement cylinder, etc. Let us know how you make out.

Al
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I was talking to the smith at Kirst and he explained that the only difference between the two cylinders is Uberti is about 25-30 thou longer.
I’ll have a local smith mill it fit.

I think this is a better solution than have ng to send it back?
 
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