The Taylor's & Co. 1873 Gunfighter is a single-action .357 Magnum revolver with a 5.5" barrel, 6-round capacity, color case-hardened frame, and blued barrel and cylinder. The walnut army-sized grip and blade front/notched rear sights follow the traditional 1873 SAA pattern. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylor's & Co. 
• Model Name: 1873 Gunfighter 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5" 
• Overall Length: 11.1" 
• Weight: 2.36 lbs (approx.) 
• Sights: Blade Front & Notched Rear 
• Grip Type: Walnut Army Size 
• Frame Finish: Color Case Hardened 
• Barrel/Cylinder Finish: Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

The color case-hardened frame gives it the mottled blue-grey finish associated with original 1873 SAA revolvers. The blued barrel and cylinder match the traditional look. Single-action only means cocking the hammer before each shot. The .357 Magnum chambering also accepts .38 Special, giving flexibility for lighter practice loads. Blade front and notched rear sights are fixed. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The 1873 Gunfighter in .357 Magnum works well for cowboy-action shooting, where SAO revolvers and period-appropriate calibers are expected. The .357 Magnum chambering provides more power than the .45 Colt version at the cost of a smaller caliber diameter. It also serves collectors interested in the case-hardened finish variant.

Owners of the Taylor's 1873 Gunfighter .357 Magnum consistently point to the case-hardened finish as the visual standout. The mottled coloring reads as authentic to the period and draws positive attention from collectors and cowboy-action competitors alike.

Performance feedback is positive, with smooth single-action operation and reliable cycling across ammunition types noted by most users. The .357 Magnum caliber is seen as versatile, run .38 Special for practice, step up to full Magnum loads when needed. Handling is described as comfortable and well-balanced. Price relative to craftsmanship is debated, though most owners in dedicated cowboy-action circles find it justified. Customization discussion (grips, holsters, accessories) is common among active competitors.