The best single action revolver of the Old West, the S&W Schofield.

Published on December 4, 2022
Duration: 0:56

The S&W Schofield revolver, adopted by the US Army in 1875, is presented as a superior alternative to the Colt Single Action Army due to its better ergonomics and significantly faster reloading capabilities. Its break-top action allows for simultaneous ejection of all six spent casings, a key advantage for mounted soldiers. While the Colt SAA was historically more popular, the Schofield offered practical improvements in usability and maintenance.

Quick Summary

The S&W Schofield revolver, adopted by the US Army in 1875, is considered superior to the Colt Single Action Army due to its better ergonomics and significantly faster reloading. Its break-top action allows for simultaneous ejection of all six spent casings, a key advantage for practical use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Colt SAA vs S&W Schofield
  2. 00:23Schofield vs Colt: Ergonomics & Reloading
  3. 00:38Live Fire & Schofield's Break-Top Ejection

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the S&W Schofield revolver superior to the Colt Single Action Army?

The S&W Schofield offered better ergonomics and significantly faster reloading. Its break-top action allowed for simultaneous ejection of all six spent casings, a major advantage for practical use, especially for mounted soldiers.

When was the Smith & Wesson Schofield revolver adopted by the US Army?

The Smith & Wesson Schofield revolver was adopted by the US Army in 1875. It was a contemporary of the Colt Single Action Army, which was adopted in 1873.

What calibers were the S&W Schofield and Colt SAA chambered in?

The S&W Schofield was originally chambered in .45 Schofield, but later models, like the one shown, were chambered in .45 Long Colt. The Colt Single Action Army was adopted chambered in .45 Colt.

How does the reloading process differ between the S&W Schofield and Colt SAA?

The Schofield's break-top design allows for simultaneous ejection of all six spent casings with a single action. The Colt SAA requires individual ejection of each spent casing using the ejector rod.

Related News

All News →

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from Military Arms Channel

View all →