The Taylor's & Company Second Model Schofield is a single-action .45 Colt revolver with a 7-inch barrel, based on the Smith & Wesson top-break Schofield design from the late 19th century. Blued steel finish with walnut grips. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylor's & CO. 
• Model Name: Second Model Schofield 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 7 inches 
• Overall Length: 12.75 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 3 lbs 47.50 oz 
• Sights: Stationary Front and Grooved Rear 
• Grip Material: Walnut 
• Finish Type: Blued Steel 
   

Features 

 
Single-action operation means you cock the hammer manually before each shot, which produces a lighter, cleaner trigger pull than double-action. The .45 Colt cartridge delivers adequate stopping power with recoil that's manageable at this frame size. 
 
Fixed sights (stationary front, grooved rear) are period-correct and adequate for the distances this revolver is typically used at. Walnut grips are comfortable for extended sessions. 
 
The top-break loading system is a historical feature of the Schofield design that speeds reloading compared to a gate-loaded Colt SAA, which makes it popular in cowboy action shooting where time matters. 
 

Use Cases 

• Cowboy action shooting (SASS): The 7-inch barrel and single-action mechanism fit SASS rules well, and the Schofield top-break is a legal and tactically interesting choice in this format. 
• Collecting: Taylor's reproduction is made to modern tolerances and current safety standards while maintaining the period aesthetic. 
• Range shooting: The 7-inch barrel gives good sight radius for accurate shooting at typical handgun distances.

Taylor's Schofield .45 Colt owners tend to split between collectors and active cowboy action shooters, and the feedback reflects both groups.

Collectors appreciate the historical accuracy of the Schofield design and Taylor's execution of it. The blued finish and walnut grips are well-made for a production reproduction, and the top-break mechanism works correctly. Many buyers cite the Schofield's history and its association with frontier-era use as a reason they chose this over a standard Colt SAA reproduction.

Cowboy action shooters value the top-break loading system practically. It reloads faster than a gate-load, which matters in timed stages. The single-action trigger is typically clean from Taylor's, which helps in competition.

Weight and balance come up in some discussions. At this size and barrel length, the revolver has some heft, and a few users note that extended shooting sessions require adjustment. Most find it balanced rather than awkward, but it's worth noting.

Price is a recurring point. Some buyers think it's fair for a quality reproduction; others feel the cost is high relative to similarly-priced revolvers from other manufacturers. Taylor's quality generally earns the price in the collector market, but it's a real consideration for a shooter-only purchase.

This Schofield captures the Old West character that drew me to the design in the first place. The recreation looks beautiful and feels both well made and robust. Its substantial construction gives it a convincing presence rather than the feel of a decorative reproduction. The visual details and sturdy build are the two qualities that stand out every time I handle it. It is a handsome interpretation of a historic revolver and a satisfying example of the type.