The Taylors & Company 1873 Cattle Brand Revolver – Model 200061, .45 Colt (LC), 5.50" Barrel, 6-Round Cylinder, Nickel-Plated Engraved Steel Frame with Ivory Synthetic Grip, UPC 839665000328 is a single-action, six-shot revolver patterned after the classic 1873 design. This model combines traditional western styling with a distinctive nickel-plated, laser-engraved “cattle brand” motif and a Navy-size one-piece synthetic ivory grip, built on a steel frame for durability and period-correct aesthetics. Shop | Shooters Jax+2Corvus Arms+2
Caliber, Action Type, and Capacity
This revolver is configured for the traditional .45 Colt (Long Colt) cartridge, a long-established revolver caliber compatible with a wide range of standard .45 Colt loads within appropriate pressure limits. Shop | Shooters Jax+2Sportsman's Warehouse+2
Core operating characteristics:
The single-action system reflects classic frontier-era revolvers, with an exposed hammer and a fixed six-shot cylinder typical of 1873-pattern designs. Corvus Arms+1
Barrel, Frame, and Cylinder Construction
The 1873 Cattle Brand 200061 uses a 5.50" barrel and a steel frame/cylinder assembly, providing a balance between traditional proportions and manageable overall length. Western Gun Store+3Shop | Shooters Jax+3Sportsman's Warehouse+3
Key construction details:
The steel construction is intended to provide structural integrity and long service life, while the 5.5" barrel length is consistent with many “Artillery”-length 1873-style revolvers.
Nickel-Plated Engraved Finish and Cattle Brand Motif
A defining feature of this model is its nickel-plated, engraved exterior. The “Cattle Brand” line incorporates a distinctive laser-engraved pattern that incorporates various western cattle brands along the frame and barrel. Gun.Deals+3Taylor's Firearms+3Taylor's Firearms+3
Finish characteristics:
The nickel plating provides a bright, reflective surface that highlights the engraved cattle brands and contrasts with the synthetic ivory grip.
Sights and Sight Picture
The sighting system is consistent with traditional 1873-style single-action revolvers:
This fixed-sight setup reflects the period-correct configuration of the original 1873 revolvers and provides a straightforward sight picture for typical revolver distances.
Grip Frame and Ivory Synthetic Grip
The 1873 Cattle Brand 200061 features a Navy-size one-piece synthetic ivory grip, designed to replicate the look of ivory while using modern materials. Corvus Arms+2RK Guns+2
Grip details:
Grip style: Navy-size, one-piece grip, consistent with many 1873 reproductions Corvus Arms+1
Material: Ivory synthetic (often described as simulated ivory / white PVC in retailer specifications) Western Gun Store+2Guns International+2
Color: Ivory/white tone, contrasting visually with the nickel-plated frame and cylinder
This grip configuration maintains the classic single-action profile while using a synthetic material for appearance and durability.
Dimensions and Weight (Typical for the 5.5" Cattle Brand Pattern)
While some listings specify exact measurements more often for the .357 Magnum variants, the .45 Colt 5.5" Cattle Brand models follow the same pattern:
Exact weight can vary slightly between individual revolvers and production runs, but overall dimensions align with typical 5.5" single-action .45 Colt revolvers.
General Features and Configuration Summary
From manufacturer and reseller specifications, the Taylors & Company 1873 Cattle Brand 200061 includes the following notable technical features:
These specifications make it straightforward to categorize and catalog the revolver in inventory systems or online listings under search terms such as “Taylors 1873 Cattle Brand .45 Colt 5.5 nickel engraved 200061” or by UPC 839665000328.
In summary, the Taylors & Company 1873 Cattle Brand 45 Colt (LC) 5.50" 6-Round Nickel-Plated Engraved Revolver with Ivory Synthetic Grip (Model 200061, UPC 839665000328) is a steel-framed, single-action 1873-pattern revolver featuring a 5.5" barrel, six-shot cylinder, full nickel-plated cattle-brand engraving, fixed blade-and-notch sights, and a Navy-size one-piece synthetic ivory grip, configured to deliver a traditional western-style appearance with modern manufacturing and materials. Taylor's Firearms+4Shop | Shooters Jax+4Corvus Arms+4
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