The Taylors & Company Smoke Wagon (MPN: 550180) is a .357 Magnum single-action revolver with a 4.75-inch blued barrel, color case-hardened frame, and checkered walnut grip. It's a Colt Single Action Army-style revolver built for cowboy action shooting and range use. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024006833 
• UPC: 839665004715 
• Brand: Taylors and Company 
• Model Name: Smoke Wagon 
• MPN: 550180 
• Caliber: .357 MAG 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.35 inches 
• Weight: 2.45 lbs 
• Sights: Blade Front / Notched Rear 
• Grip Material: Checkered Walnut 
• Trigger Type: Standard 
• Barrel Finish: Blued 
• Cylinder Finish: Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

The color case-hardened frame and blued barrel are genuine traditional finishes, not painted or plated. Both require care to maintain but look authentic. The checkered walnut grip gives a firm, comfortable hold and is more durable than wood-grain plastic alternatives. 
 
Single-action operation means the hammer must be manually cocked before each shot. The exposed hammer suits cowboy action competitors where this technique is standard. Blade front with notched rear sights are simple and functional for the distances involved in cowboy action and casual range shooting. 
 
.357 Magnum chambering also accepts .38 Special, which is common in cowboy action competition and reduces felt recoil for high-volume practice. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Cowboy Action Shooting (SASS): The primary competition format this revolver is designed for. 
• Range Collecting: The case-hardened/blued finish makes it visually distinctive alongside other period-style firearms. 
• Practical Shooting: .357 Magnum makes it capable for hunting and home defense, though these are secondary uses.

The Taylors & Co Smoke Wagon in .357 Magnum with 4.75-inch blued barrel draws positive feedback from cowboy action shooters and traditional revolver enthusiasts. The color case-hardened frame and blued finish are frequently praised. Buyers in this category care about authentic period aesthetics and this gun delivers.

The checkered walnut grip gets good marks for both comfort and appearance. Performance feedback is generally solid: accurate and reliable with both .357 Magnum and .38 Special. Weight and balance are considered good for the format, with most users finding it comfortable for extended range sessions.

Recoil with full-power .357 Magnum is noticeable, though most users note that cowboy action competitions typically use lighter .38 Special or reduced-power loads. Some buyers note the weight is slightly more than expected. Pricing discussions compare it favorably against Uberti and Cimarron alternatives at similar price points, with most considering the quality justified.