TAY 550670 TOP BREAK SCHOFIELD NCKL 45LC 5

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UPC 810012510790MPN 550670

Key attributes of TAY 550670 TOP BREAK SCHOFIELD NCKL 45LC 5
ActionBreak Open
Caliber45 Colt (LC)
Barrel Length5"
Capacity6
Frame DescriptionNickel-Plated Steel
Hammer StyleExposed
GripsWalnut
SightsBlade Front, Fixed Rear

About this item

  • Designed by Major George Schofield to be operated with one hand while on horseback, a break-open pistol was ideal for mounted soldiers in the U.S.
  • Shooters could easily eject all six spent cartridges and reload while on horseback.
  • The top break pistol also proved useful to the likes of Jesse James and Wild Bill Hickok.
  • The Schofield barrel latch opens by pulling it back with the thumb and includes the rear sight notch.
  • Taylors and Company Schofield from the Top Break series, listed under Revolvers.

Description

Designed by Major George Schofield to be operated with one hand while on horseback, a break-open pistol was ideal for mounted soldiers in the U.S. Cavalry. Shooters could easily eject all six spent cartridges and reload while on horseback. The top break pistol also proved useful to the likes of Jesse James and Wild Bill Hickok. The Schofield barrel latch opens by pulling it back with the thumb and includes the rear sight notch.

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Specifications

Specifications for TAY 550670 TOP BREAK SCHOFIELD NCKL 45LC 5

General

Model
Schofield
Series
Top Break

Features & performance

Frame Description
Nickel-Plated Steel
Action
Break Open
Caliber
45 Colt (LC)
Barrel Length
5"
Capacity
6
Hammer Style
Exposed
Grips
Walnut
Sights
Blade Front, Fixed Rear
Cylinder Finish
Nickel-Plated
Barrel Finish
Nickel-Plated
OAL
12.75"
Barrel Length Range
5" to 5.99"

Dimensions & weight

Weight
2.97 lbs
Weight Range
2 lbs to 2.99 lbs
Shipping weight (lb)
3.295
Package dimensions (in)
15.9 x 7.7 x 2.1