The Taylor's & Company TC9 1873 is a single-action revolver chambered in 9mm with a 3.5-inch barrel and nickel finish over a steel frame. At 2.35 lbs it's light and compact without feeling flimsy. The PVC white grips give it a period-inspired look that matches the nickel finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taylor's & Company 
• Model: TC9 1873 
• Type: Revolver 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 2.35 lbs. 
• Finish: Nickel 
• Frame Material: Steel Frame 
• Stock/Grips Material: PVC White 
• Sights Type: Fixed Blade Front, Notch Rear 
   

Features 

The single-action mechanism means you cock the hammer before each shot, which produces a clean, consistent trigger pull. Fixed blade front and notch rear sights handle target acquisition quickly without the complexity of adjustable options. The nickel finish resists corrosion, which matters for a revolver that may see varying storage conditions. Six rounds of 9mm is the standard capacity for this frame size.

The TC9 1873 generates two distinct camps: people who buy it for the classic styling and appreciate it on those terms, and people who measure it against modern striker-fired pistols and find it wanting. Both groups tend to agree on the build quality. The steel frame and nickel finish feel solid and the action is smooth for a single-action design.

For collectors, the 9mm chambering is actually a selling point: it's easier to source than traditional revolver cartridges, and the 3.5-inch barrel is a practical length. The nickel finish on this model gets consistent attention for its appearance.

On the practical side, some users note that the single-action trigger requires a different shooting discipline than a double-action revolver or semi-auto. Recoil is mild in 9mm. Opinions on the PVC white grips are mixed. Some like the look, others swap them out for wood. Comparisons to other lever-action and single-action options come up around price, with most finding the Taylor's quality competitive in the category.