Rawhide is Traditions' name for a finish with a lived in, weathered look, and this 1873 single action carries it. The listing shows a 4.75 inch barrel and blue finish, and the price is just over two hundred forty dollars.

At that price, it is among the cheapest Peacemaker style revolvers you can find. It gives a person a way to try single action shooting without a large investment. A 4.75 inch barrel is the classic length and fits most holsters.

Traditions revolvers are popular with beginners and with people who like to customize. You can add grips, a holster and a belt to build a cowboy kit without spending much.

Take time to inspect it when it arrives at your dealer. Check the fit of the cylinder, the timing and the operation of the hammer. If you find anything wrong, let the dealer know before you leave. Spend a day at the range learning how it shoots with different loads, and write down which ones group best.

The listing is new. It ships to your FFL dealer for the background check.