Taylors & Company Russian Break Open Revolver 45 Colt 6.5" Barrel 6 Round Capacity Simulated Ivory Grips Nickel-Plated Finish
The Russian was a favorite side arm of the Russian government and is the largest of the top-break revolvers. Modeled after the Smith & Wesson Schofield, this revolver features a hump-backed forged steel frame, two-piece grip, lanyard ring, and trigger guard spur. The Russian barrel latch opens up and forward with an incorporated rear sight notch.
Brand: Taylors & Company
Category: Revolvers
Model: Russian
Caliber: 45 Colt (Long Colt)
Barrel Length Range: 6" to 6.99"
Capacity:6rd
Action: Break Open
Frame Finish: Nickel-Plated
Oal: 12.16"
Frame Material: Steel
Sights: Blade Front
Barrel Finish: Nickel-Plated
Grips: Simulated Ivory
Cylinder Finish: Nickel-Plated
Barrel Length: 6.50"
Max Capacity: 6
Weight: 2.70 lbs
Frame Description: Nickel-Plated Steel
Hammer Style: Exposed
Caliber Dictionary
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The 45 Colt (45 Long Colt) was introduced in 1873 in Colt's Single Action Army. Adopted by the U.S. military in 1875, it served until 1892 when it was replaced by the less powerful (and unsatisfactory) 38 Long Colt. Originally loaded with 40 grains of blackpowder and a 255-grain bullet the 45 Colt produced about 900 feet per second for more than 400 foot-pounds of energy, a powerful handgun cartridge for its day--and any day. Using a .454-inch bullet, today's standard load retains the 255-grain bullet at 860 fps. Lighter bullets at somewhat higher velocities are available. 45 Colt was the most common chambering in Colt's single action. Today it is chambered in virtually all centerfire single-action revolvers and has been chambered in numerous large-frame double-action revolvers. 45 Colt is the most popular revolver cartridge in cowboy action shooting, and remains a powerful and effective personal defense cartridge, its only drawback being the necessity for a large revolver to house it. — Craig Boddington
