The Taylors and Company Smoke Wagon is a single-action revolver chambered in .45 Colt with a 5.5-inch barrel. The barrel and cylinder are blued; the frame is color case-hardened. The exposed hammer, checkered walnut grip, and classic proportions are directly influenced by Colt SAA designs from the 1870s. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024006854 
• UPC: 839665004777 
• Brand: Taylors and Company 
• Model Name: Smoke Wagon 
• Caliber: .45 Colt LC 
• Action Type: Single Action (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 11.1 inches 
• Weight: 2.50 lbs 
• Sights: Blade front / Notched rear 
• Grip Material: Checkered walnut 
• Finish Type: Blued barrel and cylinder; color case-hardened frame 
   

Detailed Features 

The exposed hammer requires manual cocking before each shot in single-action fashion. Case-hardened framing shows mottled blue-grey tones typical of traditional SAA clones. Checkered walnut grips give a firm purchase and age well with use. Blade-and-notch sights are minimal but sufficient for the ranges at which .45 Colt shooters typically work. At 2.50 lbs, it is manageable for cowboy action matches that require drawn and fired strings. 
 

Target Audience 

Popular with cowboy action shooting competitors who need a period-correct revolver configuration. Collectors interested in traditional SAA clones will appreciate the authentic finish combination. Also suits recreational shooters who want to run .45 Colt without a modern pistol. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

Cowboy action shooting competitions favor the Smoke Wagon for its period-correct look and caliber. Range use with .45 Colt standard loads is straightforward. Its .45 Colt caliber is adequate for hunting small to medium game at appropriate distances.

The Taylor's Smoke Wagon .45 Colt 5.5" SA Revolver draws mostly positive feedback from cowboy action shooters and Western revolver enthusiasts.

The vintage design and finish quality come up often in discussion. Owners note that the color case-hardening and blued barrel are well-executed for the price category, and the action is smooth enough for competition use without modification. Build quality is generally praised as solid.

Some owners note the weight and balance take adjustment compared to modern handguns, particularly during extended shooting stages. Ammunition selection gets regular discussion, users share preferences on .45 Colt loads for recoil management and accuracy in competition versus recreational shooting.

The main practical concern raised is that it is unambiguously a traditional SAA-type revolver, which makes it less versatile as a modern-use firearm. Most buyers know this going in and are satisfied with its performance in its intended role.

The classic Western appearance is beautiful and exactly what I wanted.