Photo engraving puts detailed artwork on the frame without the cost of hand engraving, and this Taylor's & Company model uses it on an Uberti 1873 Cattleman. Chambered in .45 Long Colt with a 4.75-inch barrel, it looks as good as it shoots.

Photo engraving is a process that transfers a pattern to the metal, producing a crisp scroll design. The effect is a dressy revolver that suits a gun cabinet and also holds up at the range. The Cattleman is a well-regarded single action with a smooth hammer and firm lockup.

Cowboy action shooters will like it for its classic proportions and the mild .45 Colt cartridge. Rancher types will like it as a nice-looking sidearm that functions as well as it appears. Collectors will see the Taylor's & Company model number and know it is a catalog item.

Wipe the metal after handling to protect the engraving, keep it lightly oiled, and avoid storing it in damp foam. Always load through the gate and carry with the hammer on an empty chamber. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is done there.