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.
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
Weight: 2.97 lbs
Cylinder Finish: Nickel-Plated
Barrel Finish: Nickel-Plated
Oal: 12.75"
Barrel Length Range: 5" to 5.99"
Weight Range: 2 lbs to 2.99 lbs
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
Weight: 2.97 lbs
Cylinder Finish: Nickel-Plated
Barrel Finish: Nickel-Plated
Oal: 12.75"
Barrel Length Range: 5" to 5.99"
Weight Range: 2 lbs to 2.99 lbs
