The Taylor's & Co. 1873 Cattleman is a single-action .45 Colt revolver with a blued barrel, color case hardened frame, and walnut grip. At 2.3 lbs and 10.35 inches overall the 4.75-inch barrel version handles well, and the exposed hammer keeps single-action cocking fast. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylor's & CO. 
• Model Name: 1873 Cattleman 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.35 inches 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs (36.20 oz) 
• Sights: Blade Front with Notched Rear 
• Grip Material: Walnut 
• Finish Type: Blued Barrel with Color Case Hardened Frame 
   

Detailed Features 

The color case hardened frame gives the Cattleman its period-correct appearance alongside real surface hardness that helps the action wear in. The blued barrel needs routine maintenance to resist rust but provides a classic look that fits the SAA lineage. Blade front and notched rear sights are calibrated for standard .45 Colt loads. The walnut grip fills the hand naturally, and at 36.20 oz the revolver sits steadily on target during slow fire. 
 

Target Audience 

Cowboy action shooters, collectors who want an authentic-looking .45 Colt SAA clone, historical reenactors, and recreational revolver shooters. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Competitive Shooting: The precise fit and reliable action work well in CAS matches where speed and consistency count. 
2. Home Defense: The .45 Colt caliber delivers adequate stopping power with manageable recoil from a revolver platform. 
3. Historical Reenactment: The case-hardened and blued finish combination reads as period-correct for Western settings. 
4. Outdoor Use: A dependable sidearm for hiking or camping.

The 1873 Cattleman in the classic walnut blued configuration consistently earns praise for its traditional aesthetics and build quality. Owners appreciate that the case hardened frame and blued barrel look and feel period-correct. Action smoothness gets positive marks across most user accounts, and accuracy for CAS and range use is generally well-regarded.

Customization interest is a recurring topic. Shooters often want to swap grips or change the finish, and the platform accommodates that. Value relative to cost comes up favorably compared to other SAA-pattern revolvers at similar price points. The caliber and platform have strong community support among cowboy action and revolver enthusiasts, and that shared interest carries over into discussions that feel genuinely engaged rather than generic.