The Taylors & Company Cavalier Open-Top revolver brings authentic 1860s Army styling to modern .38 Special performance. This reproduction captures the essence of the original Colt 1860 Army design while chambering the versatile .38 Special cartridge for contemporary shooters and collectors.
What Makes This Different
Unlike standard top-strap revolvers, the open-top design eliminates the frame section above the cylinder, creating the distinctive silhouette that defined Civil War-era cavalry sidearms. The color case hardened steel frame displays the traditional heat-treating patterns that were both functional and decorative on period firearms. This authentic construction method provides superior strength while maintaining historical accuracy that closed-frame reproductions cannot match.
Key Features
- Authentic open-top frame design replicates 1860s Colt Army configuration
- 7.5-inch blued barrel provides excellent sight radius and velocity retention
- Color case hardened steel frame with traditional mottled finish patterns
- 6-round cylinder capacity chambered for .38 Special ammunition
- Black polymer grips offer durability and consistent feel
- Single-action trigger mechanism with period-correct operation
- Loading gate and ejector rod system for efficient reloading
The extended barrel length delivers enhanced accuracy for target shooting and cowboy action sports competition. The .38 Special chambering offers manageable recoil with readily available ammunition options from light target loads to full-power defensive rounds. Weather-resistant blued finish protects against corrosion while maintaining the classic appearance collectors expect from quality reproductions.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .38 Special
- Barrel Length: 7.5 inches
- Overall Length: Approximately 13 inches
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Frame Material: Color case hardened steel
- Barrel Finish: Traditional blue
- Grip Material: Black polymer
- Action Type: Single-action
- Manufacturer: Taylors & Company
This revolver satisfies both historical firearms enthusiasts and practical shooters seeking reliable single-action performance. The combination of authentic styling with modern manufacturing standards creates a firearm that functions as intended while preserving the character of America's frontier period.