The Taylors and Company 1858 Remington Conversion is a single-action revolver that adapts the 1858 Remington frame to fire .45 Colt cartridges. The 8-inch barrel provides a long sight radius suited to target shooting, and the nickel-plated engraved finish with two-piece ivory grips makes it as much a display piece as a shooter. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1858 Remington Conversion 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Barrel Length: 8 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 2.82 lbs 
• Overall Length: 13.38 inches 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish: Nickel-Plated Engraved 
• Grip Material: Two-Piece Ivory 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Sights: Dovetail Blade Front / Notched Rear 
   

Features 

The conversion cylinder allows the original black powder Remington frame to chamber and fire modern .45 Colt ammunition. Single-action-only operation requires cocking the hammer for each shot. The dovetail blade front sight and notched rear give you a workable aiming system for the range. Two-piece ivory grips are genuine ivory in appearance and contribute to the collector appeal. The nickel engraving is detailed and covers both barrel and cylinder.

Owners of the Taylors 1858 Remington .45 Colt Nickel Engraved SAO tend to split between two camps: those who bought it primarily to shoot, and those who bought it as a collector or display piece. Both groups are generally satisfied.

The nickel engraving and ivory grips draw consistent praise for appearance. At the range, the .45 Colt produces controllable recoil, and the long 8-inch barrel helps with accuracy at typical cowboy action distances. Performance in SASS-style competition and historical reenactment use is well-regarded.

Weight is a minor concern for some users, as the 2.82 lb loaded revolver is heavier than compact modern handguns. The nickel finish requires some attention to avoid scratching and tarnishing, which comes up occasionally in maintenance discussions. Overall the feedback leans positive, with most buyers viewing it as a worthwhile piece for anyone interested in 19th-century-style revolvers.