The Taylor's & CO. Runnin' Iron is a single-action .45 Colt revolver with a 3.5-inch barrel and Taylor Polished Stainless Steel finish. It's built for cowboy action shooting and general single-action revolver use, with a look and feel that sticks close to classic SAA styling. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 1794004718 
• UPC: 839665003763 
• Brand: Taylor's & CO. 
• Model Name: Runnin Iron 
• MPN: 550818DE 
• Caliber: 45 COLT LC 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 9.1 inches 
• Weight: 2.4 lbs (38.40 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front & Notched Rear 
• Grip Material: Checkered Walnut 
• Frame Finish: Taylor Polished Stainless Steel 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The barrel and cylinder finish is Taylor Polished Stainless, which gives a brighter appearance than matte stainless and resists rust without blueing. The exposed hammer is standard SAO operation — thumb it back before each shot. 
 
Fixed front and notched rear sights are the traditional arrangement for this style of revolver. The checkered walnut grip provides a secure hold for the .45 Colt cartridge, which has moderate recoil at standard pressure loads. 
 
The 3.5-inch barrel is shorter than the classic 4.75-inch SAA configuration, which some cowboy action shooters prefer for draw speed. 
 

Usage 

 
The Runnin' Iron is primarily suited for cowboy action shooting (SASS and similar competitions), target practice, and collecting. At 38.40 oz, it's substantial but manageable. The .45 Colt chambering is common in cowboy action and ammo is available at most retailers, though not as cheap as 9mm.

Owners of the Runnin' Iron tend to be cowboy action shooters or single-action revolver fans, and most are satisfied with what they got.

The classic aesthetics get consistent positive attention — the polished stainless finish and walnut grips look sharp, and the overall fit and finish are solid for the price. The action is smooth enough out of the box for cowboy action stages, though dedicated competitors often do a trigger job for competition use.

Shooting .45 Colt with standard pressure loads is pleasant. The weight helps absorb the push, and the recoil is nothing dramatic. Experienced revolver shooters find it comfortable for extended range sessions.

The 3.5-inch barrel is a deliberate choice — most people who buy this configuration want it for draw speed in competition, not accuracy at distance. Shooters who wanted a longer barrel say so, but that's really a preference-before-purchase issue.

Ammo availability for .45 Colt comes up occasionally. It's not as widely stocked or inexpensive as 9mm, which affects how much some shooters practice with it.

Weight gets occasional mention from people who carry it in a holster all day at a match — 38.40 oz adds up. Price is discussed in both directions: some find it reasonable for a polished stainless SAA-style revolver; others compare it to other options in the category.