The Uberti 1875 No. 3 Top-Break (2nd Model) is a single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special with a 5-inch round barrel and 6-shot fluted cylinder. The top-break action hinges the frame open at the barrel for fast simultaneous ejection of all six cases, a practical reload advantage over gate-loading designs of the same era. Blue steel finish, walnut grips, 10.8 inches overall, 2.4 lbs.
Key Specifications
- Model: 1875 No. 3 Top-Break (2nd Model)
- Caliber: .38 Spl
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Frame Finish: Blue Steel
- Cylinder Capacity: 6-shot, fluted
- Grip Style: Standard
- Grip Material: Walnut
- Overall Length: 10.8 inches
- Weight: 2.4 lbs.
- Number of Grooves in Barrel: 6
- Twist Rate: 1:18.75, Right Hand
Features
The top-break mechanism is the defining functional feature here. Breaking the action open automatically extracts spent cases from all six chambers at once, much faster than a loading gate for range work. The 6-groove barrel with a 1:18.75 RH twist stabilizes .38 Special bullets well. Walnut grips give a traditional feel and absorb .38 Special recoil comfortably. Blue steel finish is the original period-correct choice.
Practical Notes
This is Uberti's reproduction of the Smith & Wesson No. 3 design. It works as a range gun, a cowboy action competition revolver, or a display piece. Single-action only means the hammer must be cocked manually for each shot. .38 Special is widely available and mild to shoot. The 5-inch barrel and 2.4 lb. weight make it a full-size revolver, not a carry gun.