The Taylors and Co 1873 Cattleman Master is a single-action .45 Colt revolver with a charcoal blue finish, 4.75-inch barrel, 6-round capacity, and a weight of 3.5 pounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taylors and Co. 
• Model: 1873 Cattleman Master 
• Caliber: .45 Colt 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 3.5 pounds 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish: Charcoal Blue 
   

Features 

The charcoal blue steel frame has a matte, slightly warm tone that reads as distinctly period-correct compared to modern hot-blue finishes. The single trigger, single-action mechanism requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot. A retractable firing pin on the hammer and fixed blade front sight with a notch-in-frame rear sight round out the action. The Navy-shaped walnut grip is comfortable for extended use. 
 
At 4.75 inches of barrel, this variant is more compact than the 5.5-inch Cattleman Master. The .45 Colt chambering is traditional for this platform and suitable for target shooting, cowboy action events, and light hunting. The charcoal blue finish requires routine care to prevent oxidation, which is typical for this type of surface treatment.

Owners of the Taylors & Co 1873 Cattleman Master in charcoal blue tend to focus on two things: how it looks and how it shoots. The charcoal blue finish draws real appreciation. People describe it as giving the gun a vintage character that brighter blued or nickel alternatives don't have.

Shooting reports are positive. The action is smooth, and the .45 Colt chambering is praised for its stopping power combined with shootable recoil. It works well at the range for target shooting and cowboy action.

On the practical side, the weight comes up. At 3.5 pounds, it's on the heavier side for extended use, and users are clear that this isn't a carry or defensive choice. Most people who buy it are collectors or cowboy action shooters, and they view it as well-suited to those roles. Comments about limitations are generally made in the spirit of context-setting rather than criticism.