Top-break revolvers are among the most interesting designs of the nineteenth century, and the Russian Model No. 3 is the one that armies, lawmen, and cowboys all carried. Uberti recreates it here in .44 Russian with a 6.5-inch barrel and the New Model style frame.

The top-break action opens with a latch, and the barrel and cylinder tip forward, ejecting all the spent cases together. It is a satisfying mechanism to use, and it helped the revolver earn its reputation for quick reloading in its day. Your dealer can walk you through the sights and trigger guard details when the revolver arrives.

Ammunition for the .44 Russian is more specialized than the common calibers, so plan on handloading or sourcing from specialty makers. It is a gun for the enthusiast who values history and likes to shoot it. Expect it to draw a crowd at the range, and expect questions about how the latch works.

Wipe the blued steel after use, oil the hinge, and avoid modern high-pressure loads. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is performed there before pickup.