The Uberti 1873 Cattleman II NM is a single-action revolver chambered in .357 Mag / .38 Special. It has a 4.75-inch barrel with six grooves and right-hand twist, a 6-round cylinder, case-hardened frame with brass backstrap and trigger guard, and a one-piece walnut grip. Weight is 2.3 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Cattleman II NM 
• Caliber: .357 Mag - 38 Special 
• Action: Single Action 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs. 
• Sights: Open Notch 
• Finish: Case Hardened 
   

Features 

The single-action mechanism requires manual cocking before each shot. The case-hardened frame has the characteristic mottled color-case appearance, combined with brass accents on the backstrap and trigger guard. The NM (New Model) designation means it uses a transfer bar safety rather than the half-cock safety of the original design, which allows safe carry with all six chambers loaded. 
 

Usage 

The .357 Mag / .38 Special cylinder means you can run standard .38 Special for lighter practice loads and step up to .357 Mag when more power is needed. The 4.75-inch barrel is the classic single-action length, manageable to carry, long enough for a useful sight radius. Cowboy action shooters will find the dimensions match competition requirements. The revolver also fits hunting use for small to medium game with appropriate .357 Magnum loads.

The Cattleman II gets consistent praise for fit and finish. The case-hardened frame looks the part, the wood-to-metal fit is clean, and most owners find the craftsmanship solid for the price bracket. It draws a lot of attention from people interested in cowboy action shooting and historical design.

On performance, accuracy and reliability come up positively across most reviews. The single-action mechanism works as expected, though new shooters mention that the manual cocking cadence takes some practice to develop a rhythm. That's the nature of the platform, not a flaw in this particular gun.

Value is a consistent theme. Buyers generally feel the Cattleman II delivers more than its price suggests, especially compared to domestic or other Italian-made revolvers at similar price points. Occasional mentions of break-in periods or minor fit variations across units appear in discussions, but serious quality complaints are rare.

Customization is part of the ownership experience for some. Grip swaps and sight adjustments are the most common modifications mentioned.