The Taylor's & Co. Gambler is a .45 Colt single-action revolver with a color case-hardened steel frame, blued barrel, and checkered walnut grips. The 5.5-inch barrel and 2.3 lb weight put it in the standard range for SAA-pattern revolvers. The exposed hammer and blade front sight with notched rear are traditional fixed-sight configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylor's & Co. 
• Model Name: Gambler 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 11.1 inches 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs (36 oz) 
• Sights: Blade front, notched rear 
• Grip Material: Checkered walnut 
• Finish Type: Color case hardened steel frame, blued barrel 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The color case-hardening process gives the frame its mottled pattern through heat treatment, historically used on SAA revolvers. The checkered walnut grips give a firm hold without finger grooves. The single-action mechanism requires manual hammer cocking before each shot, producing a lighter trigger pull than double-action designs. Fixed blade and notch sights are appropriate for cowboy action shooting distances. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Cowboy Action Shooting: The .45 Colt caliber and 5.5-inch barrel fit SASS competition requirements, and the Taylor's name is recognized in that market. 
• Collecting: The case-hardened and blued finish combination is period-correct for late 19th-century revolver aesthetics. 
• Range Shooting: .45 Colt delivers manageable recoil in deliberate single-action fire, and loads down to .45 Schofield case length are compatible.

Taylor's Gambler owners in .45 Colt consistently highlight the fit and finish as the primary draw. The color case-hardened frame and blued barrel combination looks authentic, and the checkered walnut grips are well-regarded for both feel and appearance.

Shooting performance feedback is positive. Smooth action and a clean single-action trigger pull are the most common observations. The .45 Colt cartridge's performance in hunting and target applications comes up in discussions, with most owners finding it versatile for its intended uses.

Comparisons to other SAA-pattern revolvers at similar price points are standard in user discussions; most Taylor's buyers feel the quality level is appropriate. The SAO format isn't practical for self-defense or concealed carry, and most buyers understand that before purchasing. The 2.3 lb weight and 11.1-inch overall length place it firmly in the range/competition/collection category.