This six-shooter comes chambered in .357 magnum. This handgun has a 4.75" or 5.5" barrel. Each gun is fitted with an attractive one-piece cocobolo grip. The action features a frame mounted inertia firing pin and transfer bar for added protection. Perfect for the exciting sport of Western Action Shooting, the Big Bore Rough Rider embodies the flavor of the Old West but will also serve anyone who wants an accurate and reliable sidearm for other outdoor activities.
Specifications :
- Finish: Blued Steel
- Type: Revolver
- Action: Single
- Caliber: 357 Magnum
- Barrel Length: 4.75"
- Capacity: 6
- Safety: Thumb
- Grip: Cocobolo
- Sight: Fixed Front, Notched Rear
- Weight: 36 oz.
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 357 Magnum was introduced by Smith & Wesson in 1935 and initially chambered in their heavy-frame double-action revolver, the 357 was the first "magnum" handgun. Based on the 38 Special case lengthened to 1.29 inches, it was the world's most powerful handgun cartridge until the 44 Magnum. Offering considerably more power and penetration than the 38 Special, it was standard among many law enforcement agencies for decades. It is still widely manufactured in double- and single-action revolvers (and some rifles), available from virtually all revolver manufacturers; and all manufacturers of handgun ammunition offer a variety of 357 Magnum loads. It is a common choice for personal defense, and 357 revolvers have the advantage of handling less expensive and lighter-recoiling 38 Special loads for practice. As a hunting cartridge the 357 Magnum is probably the lightest cartridge that should be considered for deer-sized game. — Craig Boddington