The Cimarron New Sheriff is a single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum with a 3.5-inch barrel. It holds 6 rounds, weighs 2.22 lbs., and is built on a steel frame with a color case-hardened finish and a one-piece smooth walnut grip. The CA329 model number references Cimarron's Sheriff-style configuration. The shorter barrel length compared to a standard SAA gives it a more compact profile while still chambering the full .357 Mag cartridge. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Action Type: Revolver 
• Caliber: .357 Mag 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 2.22 lbs. 
• Finish Per Color: Color Case Hardened 
• Frame Material: Steel 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms 
• Model Number: CA329 
   

Features 

 
The color case-hardening gives each frame a unique pattern. The mottled blue, purple, and straw tones are a result of the actual heat-treating process rather than a cosmetic coating applied on top. The walnut grip is unadorned and smooth, which fits the period-correct aesthetic Cimarron is known for. At 3.5 inches, the barrel is short enough to clear leather quickly, and the .357 Mag chambering means it also accepts .38 Special for practice at lower recoil levels.

Owners of the Cimarron New Sheriff .357 Mag tend to focus on two things: the way it looks and whether it shoots straight. On both counts, most come away satisfied.

The case-hardened finish consistently draws positive attention. The color variation on each gun is genuinely unique, and buyers who know what to look for in period-correct SAA-style revolvers appreciate the attention to detail. Fit and craftsmanship get solid marks for the price tier.

Performance feedback is generally good. The revolver is described as reliable and accurate for its size, and the .357 Mag/.38 Special dual compatibility is mentioned often as a practical advantage. The shorter 3.5-inch barrel does reduce muzzle velocity relative to longer-barreled models. A few users who tested it against ballistic data note the trade-off, though most find it a reasonable compromise for a carry-length revolver.

Recoil management comes up as a consideration for newer shooters. The combination of light weight and full-power .357 Mag loads is noticeable, though most describe it as manageable with practice. Price relative to competing options is occasionally questioned, but buyers who prioritize the case-hardened finish and Cimarron's build quality generally consider it worth the difference.