Taylors and Company 1858 Remington Conversion .45 Colt, 8-inch

About this product

The Taylors and Company 1858 Remington Conversion is a reproduction of the period conversion revolvers updated to fire centerfire cartridges. Manufactured as a cartridge revolver, it preserves original conversion features that allow swapping the breech plate and cylinder so a shooter can use a spare black powder cylinder for .44 black powder. The revolver pairs traditional external details with a modern ejector rod incorporated into the original loading lever and retains an exposed hammer and dovetail-style sights for straightforward aiming.

Key Specifications

• The action is Single Action.
• The caliber is 45 Colt (Long Colt).
• The barrel measures 8 inches.
• The cylinder holds 6 rounds.
• The overall length is 13.38 inches.
• The unloaded weight is 2.82 lbs.
• The frame is constructed as a steel frame.
• The grip is listed as Ivory Polymer in the supplied attributes.
• The sights are a dovetail blade front and notched rear.
• The finish is described as nickel-plated engraved on the product summary.

Designed to capture period-correct form while functioning as a modern cartridge revolver, this 1858 Remington Conversion offers practical historical detail for target shooting, cowboy action, and collectors who appreciate authentic lines. The combination of engraved finish, traditional loading and ejection features, and straightforward sights make it a versatile example of a historic-style conversion built for contemporary use.

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