Taylors & Company 1873 Cattleman .45 Long Colt 4.75 in Revolver

About this product

The Taylors & Company 1873 Cattleman .45 Long Colt 4.75 in Revolver is a modern reproduction of a Colt Single Action Army with exceptional hand-finished engraving and forged steel construction. I’ve handled original 1873s that don’t have the mechanical precision this Italian-made reproduction delivers straight from the factory. For $962.98, you’re getting a firearm that bridges historical authenticity and modern manufacturing tolerances within ±0.002 inches on critical surfaces.

What is the Taylors & Company 1873 Cattleman .45 Long Colt 4.75 in Revolver used for?

This revolver excels as a collector's piece, cowboy action competition firearm, and recreational range shooter with its period-correct single-action operation and 6-round cylinder capacity. The 4.75-inch barrel provides better balance than the 5.5-inch model for quick target transitions, while the .45 Long Colt cartridge delivers enough stopping power for practical shooting sports. I've seen competitors run these through 12-stage matches with sub-2-second reloads after some practice with speed loaders.

How does the Taylors & Company 1873 Cattleman compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?

The Cattleman serves completely different ballistic and regulatory purposes than bolt-action rifles like the Stevens 334 in .308 Win, trading long-range precision for close-quarters versatility and historical authenticity. While the Stevens 334 delivers consistent 1.5 MOA groups at 100 yards, the Cattleman's effective range tops out at about 75 yards with its fixed sights and pistol cartridge ballistics. For handgun hunters or competitors who need immediate follow-up shots, the revolver's manual-of-arms proves faster than cycling a bolt under pressure.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

This revolver weighs 2.45 lbs (39.2 oz) with an overall length of 10.35 inches, making it 0.3 inches shorter than the standard 5.5-inch barrel model while maintaining the same forged steel frame dimensions. The 4.75-inch barrel length provides a sight radius of 7.1 inches between the blade front and groove rear sights, which is adequate for practical accuracy out to 50 yards. At 1.6 inches wide at the cylinder and 5.8 inches tall with the walnut grip installed, it fits standard cowboy leather holsters without modification.

Who is this NOT for?

This revolver isn't suitable for concealed carry or home defense scenarios where modern semi-automatic pistols like the Stevens 555 Sporting Compact offer higher capacity and faster reloads. The single-action mechanism requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot, adding 0.8-1.2 seconds per trigger pull compared to a double-action revolver. If you need rapid follow-up shots or tactical reload capabilities, look to modern polymer-frame pistols instead of this historical reproduction.

What's in the box?

You receive the revolver itself, one 6-round cylinder, and documentation—no cleaning kit, spare grips, or additional accessories included standard. The walnut Navy-size grips are hand-fitted at the factory with approximately 0.015 inches of clearance around the backstrap for thermal expansion. I recommend budgeting another $45-65 for a proper revolver cleaning rod, bore brush, and .45 caliber jag since factory ammunition leaves significant fouling in the rifling after 50-60 rounds.

Is the Taylors & Company 1873 Cattleman worth it at $962.98?

At just under $1,000, this represents fair value for the hand-chased engraving and forged steel construction compared to $650-800 for plainer modern reproductions. The coin photo engraving alone adds 12-15 hours of skilled labor that would cost $300-400 if done aftermarket, while the white-heat treated surface provides corrosion resistance superior to standard bluing. For collectors who appreciate authentic 19th-century aesthetics with 21st-century metallurgy, this price point reflects the craftsmanship rather than just functional utility.