You might say unproven, even. For almost two centuries, six-shooters were the sidearm of choice. A good revolver can handle just about anything nature and abusive gun owners can throw at it. Powered by human muscle rather than energy harnessed from the exploding cartridge itself, revolvers tend to be more reliable than semiautos. They're not finicky about case length, powder charge, bullet-nose profile and whatnot, as many semiautos are.
If you can shove an appropriate-caliber cartridge into the cylinder, a revolver will dutifully fire that cartridge. And your revolver will never turn into a one-shooter because you've accidentally misplaced the magazine. Here's a look at 10 of the best revolvers of all time, ranging from the greatest wheelgun from the Civil War to thelatest cutting-edge models. Arguably the single most aesthetic revolver of all time, the Army also holds the distinction of being the first ergonomic, practical-weight repeating handgun.
Of course, others came before - the slender, fragile. The also served with admirable distinction during the Civil war. Today, quality reproductions are readily available from A.
Uberti and others. How can any revolver enthusiast not own one? The advent of the self-contained metallic cartridge forever changed the face of firearms, including revolvers. Colt's Single Action Army SAA became the first truly successful design, and it went on to serve with distinction on the belts of various soldiers and lawmen for almost a century.
Anyone who has reveled in the magic of the silver screen watched the likes of Roy Rodgers an extremely talented handgunner , John Wayne and others with their six shooters, and wanted one. Cited as the finest production revolver ever made by various notable shooters, including Col.
Jeff Cooper, the Python was originally designed as a premium-grade revolver and marketed as such. Known for outstanding ergonomics and accuracy and an exceptionally smooth, tight action, the Python remains to this day an icon among fine double-action revolvers. The P is a modular design that allows for different grips and even caliber conversions.
The P is also offered in a wide array of variations, including the RX model that comes out of the box with a Sig Sauer Romeo 1 reflex sight. Possibly the most copied and coolest handguns of all time, the full-sized is available from many manufacturers, and in more varieties than you can count or imagine.
To support the war effort, s were also made by Remington. A few years ago Remington celebrated this with the introduction of their own called the R1. Their newer and enhanced version is a modernization of the original Colt design, and it features upgrades like a fiber optic front sight, match grade barrel, beavertail grip safety, and checkered mainspring housing. It has an untarnished reputation for reliability and ruggedness, and it has become a favorite of law enforcement worldwide.
Though not an ideal hunting handgun, the G17, now in its fifth generation, is arguably one of the best handguns ever for concealed carry or personal protection.
Why is a pocket-size, plastic. The wide acceptance of legal concealed carry has created a thriving market for lightweight, ultra-compact. The Ruger LCP is one of the most popular, proven, and affordable examples, and deserves a place on this list. On the heels of the hugely successful rimfire Single Six, Ruger introduced the single-action Blackhawk, a centerfire six-shooter originally chambered in.
The Blackhawk came with adjustable sights, and has since been sold in a variety of calibers and configurations, including conversion models with cylinders for. The Blackhawk and Super Blackhawk were instantly popular among hunters and outdoorsmen when introduced—and they still are to this day. Currently available in a long list of styles and finishes, the Vaquero retails for about half the price of the Colt Single Action Army, and it may be more rugged.
Vaqueros, however, are known for their reliability and accuracy. We all have a little cowboy in us, and the Vaquero might be the best, and most affordable, way to celebrate that. This revolver comes with adjustable sights that make it a bit more shooter- and hunter-friendly.
The adjustable sights give it a little more outdoor utility than the SAA, while sacrificing some of the cowboy flare. Despite the crude, fixed notch-and-post fixed sights, this revolver had a reputation as a particularly good shooter. Though not typically tack drivers on par with larger s, they will hold their own as squirrel guns and general plinkers.
The Browning appeals to devotees because of its authentic design. Though the Browning may cost a bit more than some. The 10mm is enjoying a resurgence among shooters, handgun hunters, and outdoorsmen seeking sidearm protection in bear country, and there are plenty of new 10mm pistols on the market to meet demand. The Glock 20, a full-size, round 10mm, has been in production for years, and it remains one of the best choices for a semi-auto hunting pistol or a general-purpose outdoors gun with big firepower.
Yeah, you can get more punch from a bigger revolver, but at the expense of more recoil, a heavier gun, and less than half the capacity. Pistols for bear protection are all a compromise, and this is a pretty good one. Some consider the Colt to be the best handguns ever for fighting, and it has for sure seen action.
In fact, the first American airman to win the Medal of Honor used a in a shootout with German infantry after his plane was shot down. With its aluminum frame and 4. After its introduction almost 50 years ago, it became a favorite of undercover and off-duty cops, and it remains one of the most popular carry guns chambered for the.
Copied by many, the Lightweight Commander is still available in 9mm or. It is available in blue or stainless steel. This sturdy single-action handgun , chambered in.
This double-action 5-shot stainless steel revolver is chambered for the. It is available in barrel lengths from 4 to 12 inches. Revolvers are inherently more reliable than semiautos when left loaded and stored for extended periods, which is precisely the condition home-defense handguns find themselves in. The is chambered for 8 rounds of. This gun takes snub-nosed revolvers to a new level.
The King Cobra is a three-inch barreled, medium-frame. The discussion above about the merits of a three-inch barrel and the versatility of a. Taurus made a huge splash with the introduction of the. Since then the company has introduced more than a dozen variations, but the original black oxide three-inch barreled still strikes me as the most sensible as a home defender. With an overall length of 9. Its recoil is mild, and there are plenty of defensive loads out there to choose from.
The fiber-optic front and generous rear notch make for a quick-to-acquire sighting arrangement. It was designed to handle a steady diet of. My pick would be the model, which features a 7-shot cylinder, satin stainless finish, fiber-optic front sight and fully-adjustable rear.
The grip is cushioned rubber with a hardwood insert that lends a touch of class. The rear sight is adjustable to accommodate any load, and the front is a fiber optic that shows up well in most lighting conditions. Any roundup of home-defense revolvers runs the risk of being overloaded in the.
The Model 69 not to be confused with the Model 69 Combat Magnum, which is a different gun has a 4. This makes it quite comfortable to shoot with.
The frame and cylinder are stainless steel, and the cylinder locks up via a ball detent system for trouble-free operation. The rear sight is adjustable and has a white outline in the notch, and the front has red, ramped blade. Grips are pebbled rubber with finger grooves.
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