Cimarron Bisley Model 44 Special Revolver - Case Hardened, 7.5" Barrel, Wood Grips
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Improvements over Colt's first target revolver (the 1888 Flattop)
resulted in their "Special Target" model of 1896, later renamed the
"Bisley" because of its spectacular performances at England's Bisley
Common shooting range. It varies from the classic 1873 Peacemaker by its
enlarged trigger guard and radically curved grip, allowing the shooter
to easily maintain the same hand position from shot to shot. Other
noticeable differences include a 3/16-inch longer frame, a low, wide
hammer spur for re-cocking the gun with minimal disturbance to the
position of the shooter's hand, creating a flatter arc and reducing
travel by 1/8-inch. Internally, a new mainspring with a stirrup-type of
swiveling T-bar attachment to the hammer, required less pressure in
cocking. The Bisley was much more than a sport shooter's handgun
however. For the next two decades, this rakish-looking single action was
used by cowboys and adventurers of all breeds. It especially became a
favorite in the American southwest and in northern Mexico. A favorite
with Mexican Revolutionary Gen. Pancho Villa, it was also used by
Canadian train robber Bill Miner, as seen in the 1982 Western The Grey
Fox. The Cimarron Bisley is offered in Standard Blue finish in 4
3/4-inch, 5 1/2 -inch, and 7 1/2-inch barrels, in either .38
Special/.357 Magnum, .44 Special, .44-40, or .45 Colt. Once you hold
this hogleg in your hand and feel the superb balance and handling
characteristics you will be hooked. We know you'll like it!
Caliber: .44 Special
Barrel Length: 7 1/2 in.
Style: Bisley
Frame: Case Hardened
Finish: Standard Blue
Grip: 2 Piece Walnut
Weight: 2.79 Lbs.
Caliber: .44 Special
Barrel Length: 7 1/2 in.
Style: Bisley
Frame: Case Hardened
Finish: Standard Blue
Grip: 2 Piece Walnut
Weight: 2.79 Lbs.