The Taylor's & Company 1873 Gambler is a single-action revolver in .357 Magnum, also compatible with .38 Special. It has a 4.75" barrel, 6-round cylinder, and weighs 2.45 lbs. The steel frame wears a blued finish, and the checkered walnut grips give a solid hold without being aggressive.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Taylor's & Company
- Model: 1873 Gambler
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .357 Mag (also compatible with .38 Special)
- Barrel Length: 4.75 inches
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Weight: 2.45 lbs.
- Finish: Blued
- Frame Material: Steel Frame
- Grips/Stock: Checkered Walnut
- Sights: Fixed Blade | Notch Rear
- Condition: New in Box
Detailed Features
The fixed blade front and notch rear sights are straightforward, no adjustments to fiddle with, just line them up. The 4.75" barrel has a 1-in-12" twist rate. A retractable firing pin safety prevents discharge if the hammer is hit without a deliberate trigger pull. Dual-caliber compatibility (.357 Mag and .38 Special) is useful: you can practice with milder .38 loads and still have full .357 capability when you want it.
The 1873 Gambler fits naturally into cowboy action shooting. The blued steel and walnut are period-correct in appearance, and the single-action mechanism means each shot requires a hammer cock, which some competitive shooters prefer for its light, crisp let-off.
