Walnut grips and a 5.5-inch barrel make this Cimarron Pistoleer a traditional-looking single action, chambered in .357 Magnum with six rounds in the cylinder.

The 5.5-inch length is a favorite at cowboy action matches. It balances well, sights well, and holsters easily. Add .38 Special loads and the revolver is soft-shooting enough for a long day of stages. Step up to magnum loads and it has the authority for the occasional snake, coyote, or feral hog on the place.

Cimarron builds the Pistoleer in the army style, with a smooth hammer and fixed sights. Walnut feels good in the hand and gets better with age. Shooters who like to carry on horseback or on a four-wheeler will find a flap holster suits it well.

The single action asks for deliberate handling, and that is a good thing. Load through the gate, rotate the cylinder, and carry with the hammer on an empty chamber. Wipe and oil the steel after use, and keep the walnut dry. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is completed there before you take it home.