The Taylor's & Company Gambler is a single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, built on the 1873 SAA frame with a color case-hardened steel finish. The 5.5-inch barrel and checkered walnut grip give it the proportions of the classic Colt single-action, and the blade front sight is period-appropriate for the format. Capacity is 6 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylor's & Company 
• Model: Gambler (1873) 
• Caliber: .357 MAG 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 36 oz (approximately 2.25 lbs) 
• Sights: Blade Front Sight 
• Grip Type: Checkered Walnut 
• Frame Finish: Color Case Hardened Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

• Color case-hardened steel frame with traditional two-tone look 
• 5.5-inch barrel for accuracy at typical revolver distances 
• Single-action mechanism. Hammer must be cocked manually before each shot 
• Checkered walnut grip panels for secure hold 
• .357 Magnum chambering; also accepts .38 Special 
• Blade front sight 
   
  The .357 Magnum chambering is the practical advantage the Gambler has over .45 Colt reproductions. .357 Mag is a more common self-defense and hunting cartridge, and the gun also accepts .38 Special for lighter practice loads. The single-action format is well-suited to cowboy action shooting and range use; it's not the right tool for fast defensive work. Taylor's makes these in Italy to SAA specifications, and fit and finish are consistently well-regarded.

The Taylor's Gambler in .357 Mag draws positive feedback from its core audience: cowboy action shooters, range shooters, and collectors who want a quality SAA-format revolver.

Aesthetics are consistently praised. The color case-hardened frame and checkered walnut grip look and feel like a quality reproduction should. Shooting performance is well-regarded. The action is smooth, accuracy is good at typical revolver distances, and the .357 Mag round is manageable for most shooters in a 36 oz frame. The 5.5-inch barrel length is comfortable for holster use at SASS events.

The practical debates are predictable. Some shooters note the SAO format is slower than double-action alternatives in defensive scenarios, which is fair but not particularly relevant for the Gambler's intended use cases. The 36 oz weight comes up for extended carry situations. Price is discussed. Taylor's asks more than some competing reproductions, though most buyers who've handled both consider the build quality worth the difference. Aftermarket accessory options are narrower than for more common platforms, which can affect holster selection.