Taylor's & Company New Model 3 Replica

Published on September 12, 2013
Duration: 28:02

This review of the Taylor's & Company New Model 3 Replica highlights its historical significance as a cartridge revolver that revolutionized firearm design in the 1870s. The video details its top-break action, historical context, and compares it to older percussion revolvers. It also covers variations like the Schofield and discusses the Smith & Wesson patent history that enabled cartridge revolvers.

Quick Summary

The Taylor's & Company New Model 3 Replica is a .45 Colt single-action top-break revolver, honoring a design that revolutionized firearms in the 1870s. It features historical improvements and offers a glimpse into the era of cartridge revolvers, contrasting with older percussion models.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 01:30Historical Context of the Model 3
  3. 02:45Cartridge vs. Percussion Revolvers
  4. 05:15Shooting Performance and Handling
  5. 08:00Smith & Wesson Patent History
  6. 11:00Model 3 Variations
  7. 13:00The New Model 3 Frontier Replica
  8. 15:00Cartridge Evolution & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What historical significance does the Smith & Wesson Model 3 hold?

The Smith & Wesson Model 3 was a revolutionary cartridge revolver in the 1870s, used by figures like Jesse James and Wyatt Earp, and produced for the Russian military. Its top-break action was a major advancement over older percussion revolvers.

What are the key features of the Taylor's & Company New Model 3 Frontier Replica?

This replica is a 'New Model 3' Frontier version chambered in .45 Colt. It features improvements from 1878, including a different grip angle and a shorter ejector housing, and retains the iconic single-action top-break action.

Why was Smith & Wesson's patent important for cartridge revolvers?

Smith & Wesson held the Rollin White patent for bored-through cylinders. This patent gave them a significant advantage, allowing them to be early leaders in the production and development of modern cartridge-loading revolvers in the mid-19th century.

What are some common characteristics of historical revolvers like the Model 3?

Revolvers from the era of the Model 3 often exhibit a tendency to shoot high. This is a characteristic that shooters should be aware of and compensate for when aiming to achieve accuracy.

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