The Taylor's & Co. 1873 Cattleman is a .357 Magnum single-action revolver with a 4.75-inch barrel, blued barrel and cylinder, case-hardened frame, and walnut grip. It's a Colt Single Action Army-style gun suited for cowboy action shooting and traditional revolver collectors. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Cattleman 
• Caliber: .357 MAG 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.35 inches 
• Weight: 2.45 lbs. 
• Sights: Fixed Front Blade & Notched Rear 
• Grip Material: Walnut 
• Finish: Blued Barrel with Case Hardened Frame 
   

Detailed Features 

The single-action mechanism requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot. This is the defining characteristic of the 1873 pattern. It's deliberate and accurate rather than fast. Fixed front blade and notched rear sights are traditional and functional for the shooting formats this revolver is designed for. 
 
The case-hardened frame and blued barrel are genuine traditional finishes. The 4.75-inch barrel is the classic cavalry length, balanced, manageable, and appropriate for both cowboy action competition and general range use. 
 
At 2.45 lbs, the weight is typical for a steel-framed single-action of this size. The .357 Magnum chambering also accepts .38 Special, which is the standard competition load for most cowboy action formats. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Cowboy Action Shooting (SASS): The 1873 Cattleman is built for this format. 
• Range Use: Single-action operation and traditional sights make for deliberate, accurate practice sessions. 
• Collecting: The case-hardened/blued finish combination makes this a visually complete period-correct piece.

The Heritage 1873 Cattleman in .357 Mag with the 4.75-inch barrel draws positive feedback from cowboy action shooters and traditional revolver buyers. The blued barrel and case-hardened frame are consistently praised for their classic appearance. Walnut grips get good marks for both look and feel.

Accuracy and reliability are generally reported as solid for the price. Users compare it favorably to similar Italian-made SAA-style revolvers, with most finding the quality appropriate for the price point. The dual-caliber compatibility with .38 Special is appreciated for keeping competition and practice economical.

Some users note that fit and finish are not at the level of higher-end alternatives, with occasional minor surface finish inconsistencies. Weight is noted as manageable but some users prefer lighter options for extended competition use. Overall, it's treated as an honest value-priced 1873-style revolver that delivers what buyers in this category need.