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Back in the 1870s, Major George Schofield reworked the Smith & Wesson No. 3 so a cavalry trooper could break it open, eject all six spent cases, and reload with one hand while the other held the reins. That top break design became a legend of the frontier, riding in the holsters of figures like Jesse James, and this Taylor's & Company reproduction brings it back with a level of decoration the originals rarely saw. The full engraved treatment over a deep blued finish, set off with case hardened small parts and two-piece walnut grips, makes this one of those revolvers people stop and stare at before they ever ask about the caliber.
Underneath the engraving is a working single action revolver with a forged steel frame, a 7 inch barrel, and a six shot cylinder chambered in .44-40 Winchester. That cartridge is a natural pairing here since it was the round that fed both revolvers and lever guns across the West, so if you run an 1873 or 1892 rifle in .44-40, this pistol lets you carry one cartridge for both. The barrel latch works the way Schofield intended: pull it back with your thumb and the action pivots open, lifting the extractor to clear all six chambers in one motion. The rear sight notch rides in that latch, matched with a fixed blade up front.
At 12.75 inches overall and right around 2.97 pounds, it carries the same unmistakable profile as the No. 3 revolvers of the period, with heft that soaks up the mild recoil of the .44-40. Cowboy action competitors love top breaks for their fast reloads, collectors appreciate the historical accuracy, and anyone who enjoys single actions will find the balance and trigger feel rewarding. The engraving elevates it from a solid reproduction to a genuine centerpiece, whether that means the safe, the range bag, or the mantle.
Pull the barrel latch back with your thumb and the barrel and cylinder pivot downward on a hinge at the front of the frame. As the action opens, the star extractor rises and ejects all six cases at once. It made reloading on horseback practical in the 1870s, and it still makes for quick reloads at cowboy matches today.
.44-40 Win was the classic dual-use cartridge of the frontier, feeding both revolvers and lever action rifles. If you shoot a .44-40 lever gun, this Schofield lets you run one cartridge across both firearms, which is a big convenience for cowboy action shooting. It is also a soft-shooting round in a revolver this size, so range sessions stay comfortable.
The engraving is decorative, covering the blued frame, barrel, and cylinder with period-style scrollwork. Underneath it is the same forged steel construction as the standard Schofield models, so it shoots just as well as it looks. Plenty of buyers pick this version as a display-worthy piece that can still earn its keep on the range.
Taylor's & Company imports its reproduction firearms from Uberti in Italy, a maker known for faithful, well-built recreations of 19th century designs. This Schofield reproduces the Smith & Wesson No. 3 pattern that Major George Schofield refined for the U.S. Cavalry. Fit, finish, and dimensions stay true to the originals while using modern steel.
| UPC | 810012512299 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 550652 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Blued Engraved |
| Barrel Length | 7" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .44-40 Winchester |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Sights | Blade Front, Fixed Rear |
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