“Tag: double action revolver”

Henry is elevating its product lineup in 2023 with the introduction of the Big Boy revolvers, classically styled companions for the company's collection of lever-action rifles.

The Florida-based firm Diamondback Firearms announced the Sidekick Birdshead for 2023, a trim version of its nine-shot convertible revolver.

Colt’s Model 1877 Lightning revolver (occasionally confused with its 1884 Lightning pump-action rifle) was the company’s first double-action handgun, brought out to compete with the double-action British bulldog revolvers gaining in popularity at the time.

The modern era of powerful handguns began with Smith & Wesson’s 1935 introduction of the .357 Magnum. That company’s major competitor, Colt, also came along with Single Action Army (SAA) models in .357 Mag. before World War II and double-actions a few years later.

From the American Rifleman archives, NRA member writes Dope Bag for information about a German-made wheelgun that appears to be chambered for the .44 S&W Russian cartridge.

For those who own and carry a double-action revolver, dry-fire practice can help build skills with trigger control and improve accuracy.

More than a century after its debut, Colt’s big, bold and beautiful double-action New Service revolver is still cherished.

Colt has released the King Cobra Target, featuring a 4¼” barrel, adjustable rear sight, elevated fiber optic front sight, and custom wood medallion grips.

The latest in Colt's double-action revolver line is the .357 Mag. King Cobra.