Taylors & Company Short Stroke Smoke Wagon 4.75 357Mag

The Taylors & Company Short Stroke Smoke Wagon is a modern single-action revolver built for shooters who demand both heritage looks and practical performance. Built around a 4.75" barrel in .357 Magnum, this six-shot revolver combines classic cowboy-gun aesthetics with features designed for competition shooting, recreational range work, and serious collecting. The Smoke Wagon hammer—Taylors & Co.'s signature low-set design—pairs with a blue finish and case-hardened frame for that authentic working-gun appearance that turns heads at any line.

Where this revolver earns its reputation is in the details. The widened front blade and widened sight channel give you a clearer sight picture than traditional single-actions, a real advantage whether you're drawing fast or taking your time on steel plates. The checkered walnut grip is richly finished and shaped for control and comfort during extended shooting sessions. At 10.25" overall and 2.27 lbs, the Short Stroke carries naturally and handles like a revolver should—balanced and responsive. You've got the .357 Magnum's proven stopping power and versatility; the cartridge shoots lighter .38 Special loads just fine if you want a softer option for practice or competition.

Taylors & Co. offers the Short Stroke in a standard version or as a Taylor Tuned model. Taylor Tuned means the action has been professionally worked: custom hammer and base pin springs, a trigger pull set to three pounds, jig-cut positive angles on triggers and sears for a crisp, reliable break, and a wire bolt spring. The result is one of the smoothest single-action trigger and hammer pulls you'll find. Whether you're a cowboy action competitor, a collector of fine single-actions, or a shooter who values old-school reliability with modern tuning, the Short Stroke Smoke Wagon delivers.

If the standard grip doesn't suit your hand, the larger Army-style Gunfighter grip is available as an option—a practical choice if you run bigger hands or prefer more leverage during recoil management.

Key Features

• Smoke Wagon low-set hammer design for authentic single-action aesthetics and smooth cocking
• Widened front blade and widened sight channel for improved sight picture
• Blue finish with case-hardened frame for durability and classic appearance
• Checkered walnut grip for control, comfort, and aesthetics
• .357 Magnum caliber with six-round capacity; also shoots .38 Special
• 4.75" barrel, 10.25" overall length, weighs 2.27 lbs
• Standard or Taylor Tuned action (Taylor Tuned includes custom spring work and a three-pound trigger pull)
• Optional larger Army-style Gunfighter grip available

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the standard Short Stroke and the Taylor Tuned version?

The Taylor Tuned version includes professional action work: custom hammer and base pin springs, a trigger pull set to three pounds, jig-cut positive angles on the triggers and sears for a crisp break, and a wire bolt spring. This tuning is designed to deliver one of the smoothest single-action trigger and hammer pulls available. The standard version retains all the same features—barrel, finish, sights, and hammer design—but without the custom action work.

Can I shoot .38 Special ammunition in this revolver?

Yes. The Short Stroke is chambered in .357 Magnum and will safely fire .38 Special ammunition. Many shooters use .38 Special for practice and competition because it produces less recoil while allowing you to practice with the same revolver.

Is this revolver suitable for cowboy action shooting?

Yes. The Smoke Wagon design, smooth trigger pull (especially in the Taylor Tuned version), widened sight channel, and .357 Magnum caliber make it a natural fit for cowboy action competition and recreational single-action shooting sports.

What grip options are available?

The Short Stroke comes standard with a richly detailed checkered walnut grip. If you prefer a larger grip, the Army-style Gunfighter grip is available as an option for shooters with bigger hands or those wanting more leverage during shooting.