The Cimarron Firearms El Malo is a single-action .357 Magnum revolver with a 7.5-inch barrel and a blued finish. It's built in the tradition of 19th-century Western revolvers, with color case-hardened components and an exposed hammer for single-action operation. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Barrel Length: 7.5 inches 
• Caliber: .357 Mag 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish Per Color: Blued 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms 
• Model: El Malo 
• Type: Revolver 
   

Detailed Features 

The 7.5-inch barrel gives the El Malo a longer sight radius than most modern revolvers, which helps with accuracy at distance. The .357 Mag chambering also accepts .38 Special, so you can train on cheaper ammunition and step up to full-power loads when needed. The blued finish provides reasonable corrosion resistance and maintains the classic look. Color case-hardened components are a visual hallmark of the style and hold up well under normal use. 
 
The exposed hammer and single-action mechanism require manually cocking before each shot, which some shooters prefer for the consistent, lighter trigger pull it produces. This also makes it a natural fit for cowboy action shooting competition, where the format calls for period-correct firearms. 
 
Weight and size are worth noting. The steel construction and 7.5-inch barrel make this a heavy revolver — fine for range use or competition, less ideal for extended carry.

People who own the Cimarron El Malo tend to appreciate it for exactly what it is: a well-made single-action revolver with genuine Western styling. The blued finish and overall fit are regularly cited as better than you'd expect at this price point, and the attention to period detail draws positive comments from collectors and cowboy action shooters alike.

The action gets good marks for smoothness, and the .357 Mag chambering with .38 Special compatibility is a practical plus that comes up often. Owners who use it for cowboy action shooting specifically seem to get a lot of enjoyment out of it.

The weight is the most common practical concern. At 7.5 inches and built from steel, it's not a light revolver, and a few owners mention it becomes tiring during quick-draw drills or extended sessions. Those coming from modern double-action revolvers also note the single-action mechanism as an adjustment, though most adapt quickly and some prefer it.

Overall, the El Malo is well-regarded among people who want a functional single-action revolver with period-correct aesthetics rather than a modern tactical handgun.