The 1873 Cattleman El Patron NM is a single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special and .357 Magnum, suited for sport shooting, cowboy action events, and personal defense. It has a blued finish and one-piece checkered walnut grips. The hammer must be manually cocked before each shot, which keeps trigger pulls deliberate and consistent. Being able to shoot both .38 Special and .357 Magnum out of the same gun is genuinely useful — lighter .38s for practice, hotter .357s when it counts. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Cattleman El Patron NM 
• Caliber: .38 SPECIAL / .357 MAGNUM 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs. 
• Finish: Blued 
• Receiver Material: Steel 
   

Features 

 
The front blade sight gives quick target acquisition without any complexity. The checkered walnut grips provide a solid hold and look the part for a revolver with this heritage. At 2.3 lbs., fatigue isn't a concern during a long day at the range or a cowboy action match.

Owners of the Uberti 1873 El Patron tend to appreciate the classic lines — the blued finish and walnut grips draw consistent praise, and most describe the action as smooth straight out of the box. The Colt SAA heritage resonates with collectors and cowboy action shooters.

On the practical side, accuracy gets positive marks across various ammunition types. The main sticking point for some is weight or balance preference; a small number of shooters find the 2.3 lb. package a bit much for extended sessions, though most consider it manageable. Maintenance is generally viewed as straightforward, though single-action operation is a learning curve for anyone new to it — dry-fire practice at home before the first range trip is a common recommendation.

Overall the sentiment is favorable: good craftsmanship, historically interesting, and capable at the range.