The Taylors and Company 1873 Cattleman Birdshead is a SAO .357 Magnum revolver with a 4.75-inch barrel, blued finish with case-hardened accents, and the distinctive Birdshead grip profile. Overall length is 10.3 inches; weight approximately 2.45 lbs. Capacity is 6 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylors and Company 
• Model Name: 1873 Cattleman Birdshead 
• Caliber: .357 MAG 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.3 inches 
• Weight: Approximately 2.45 lbs 
• Finish: Blued with case-hardened accents 
   

Features 

The Birdshead grip is the defining feature here: it eliminates the traditional two-piece grip frame in favor of a rounded grip that sits lower in the hand and suits shooters who prefer a shorter grip profile. Steel frame construction is durable; the blued finish provides corrosion protection. Fixed front sight and notched rear sight give a basic but functional sight picture. Single-action operation means the hammer is cocked between shots. The .357 Magnum chambering can also fire .38 Special loads.

Owners of the Taylors 1873 Cattleman Birdshead in .357 Magnum tend to appreciate the look and the unusual grip shape. Cowboy action shooters and collectors both find it appealing. The action is smooth, .357 trigger pull is described as clean, and recoil is manageable. The Birdshead grip is polarizing: shooters who like the compact profile find it comfortable; those with larger hands or who prefer more grip length report that extended sessions become uncomfortable. Pricing and availability come up, with some buyers noting the cost is higher than entry-level SAA clones.