The Uberti Whitneyville Dragoon is a .45 ACP single-action revolver modeled on the large-frame Dragoon Colt of the 1840s and 1850s. It is a big, heavy revolver (13.4 inches overall, 7.5-inch barrel, 4.1 lbs), and handles accordingly. The blue finish and engraved cylinder reflect the kind of detail associated with mid-19th-century military sidearms.
Key Specifications
- Model: Whitneyville Dragoon
- Manufacturer: Uberti
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 6-shot, engraved cylinder
- Overall Length: 13.4 inches
- Barrel Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: 4.1 lbs
- Finish: Blue, engraved cylinder
- Action Type: Single Action
Features
The 6-shot cylinder is engraved to match the period aesthetic. The left-twist barrel contributes to shot stability over the 7.5-inch length, and the weight, while substantial, gives the revolver a planted feel in the hand. Single-action operation means each shot requires a deliberate hammer cock, which suits the pace of target work or reenactment use.
Usage
The Whitneyville Dragoon is primarily a collector's and historical shooter's piece. Its size and weight are appropriate for display, cowboy action shooting, or range sessions where you are not drawing from a holster repeatedly. It is also a credible choice for reenactors who need a large-frame period-correct sidearm. Home defense use is possible but the 4.1 lb weight and 13.4-inch overall length make handling in confined spaces awkward compared to purpose-built defense firearms.