Taylors And CO 1858 Remington Conversion Nickel 45 Colt 8 Barrel 6 Rounds
About this product
The Taylor's & Company 1858 Remington Conversion is a reproduction of the classic Remington cap-and-ball revolver, updated to fire modern .45 Colt cartridges through a factory conversion cylinder. This listing is the nickel-plated, engraved 8-inch-barrel version with 6-round capacity.
What is a "conversion" revolver, and why does that matter?
Original 1858 Remington revolvers were percussion (cap-and-ball) pistols, loaded with loose powder, ball, and percussion caps rather than self-contained cartridges. Taylor's 1858 Remington Conversion reproduces that classic design but replaces the percussion cylinder with a cartridge conversion cylinder chambered in .45 Colt, letting shooters enjoy the historical look, feel, and single-action operation of the original design while loading and firing modern factory ammunition instead of loose black powder components.
What are this revolver's specs?
This nickel-plated, engraved version uses an 8-inch octagonal barrel and a 6-round cylinder chambered in .45 Colt. It weighs approximately 45 ounces unloaded and measures about 13.4 inches overall, with a dovetail blade front sight and a notched rear sight — period-correct sighting for the design. The forged frame is dovetailed to allow the loading gate assembly to slide into place, consistent with the historical Remington pattern this reproduction is based on.
Can this revolver be switched back to a black-powder cap-and-ball configuration?
Some models in Taylor's 1858 Remington Conversion line are designed so a shooter can remove the breech plate and cartridge cylinder and install a separate black-powder percussion cylinder in its place, letting the same revolver run either cartridge or cap-and-ball. Confirm this specific nickel 8-inch configuration includes that conversion capability if switching between the two is important to you, since not every listed variant ships with both cylinder options.
Who is this revolver built for?
This is a single-action, cowboy-action and Old West reproduction revolver aimed at collectors, historical shooting enthusiasts, and Cowboy Action Shooting (CAS) competitors rather than modern concealed-carry or duty use. Its long octagonal barrel, fixed sights, and single-action-only operation reflect period-correct design rather than modern defensive-handgun ergonomics.
Is this revolver legal to buy in California, and how does it ship?
Because California's handgun roster and single-action-revolver exemptions can vary and change, confirm current California compliance for this exact nickel-finish, 8-inch configuration with your FFL before ordering. As a firearm, it ships only to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer, background check, and any required waiting period — never to a home address.
What accessories does a Cowboy Action shooter typically pair with this revolver?
Owners running this style of revolver in Cowboy Action Shooting typically pair it with period-appropriate leather holsters and gun belts, and many competitors buy a matching pair for a traditional two-gun rig. Because the finish and engraving on this nickel model are display-worthy on their own, a good number of buyers also use it purely as a collectible piece rather than a range gun, so consider whether you want a dedicated shooter, a display piece, or both when deciding how to handle care and storage, and note that nickel finishes generally resist tarnish better than blued steel with less routine maintenance, though any revolver used for cowboy action matches will still need normal post-range cleaning to remove powder fouling.
For collectors and Old West shooting enthusiasts, this nickel-finish 1858 Remington Conversion offers a striking, historically inspired single-action revolver built around modern .45 Colt ammunition — just confirm compliance and any cap-and-ball conversion capability with your FFL before ordering.
FFL transfer required
This item is a firearm and ships only to a licensed FFL dealer, never to a home address. At checkout, enter your preferred dealer as the shipping address, or leave it blank and we will assign a licensed dealer near you at no extra cost. You complete the background check and paperwork with the dealer when you pick up.
California buyers: handguns must be on the California roster for delivery to a California FFL, a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) and DROS are handled at the dealer, and the 10-day waiting period applies. Out-of-state buyers receive the firearm through their own local FFL under their state's rules.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Faithful reproduction of the classic 1858 Remington design
- Fires modern .45 Colt ammunition via a cartridge conversion cylinder
- Nickel-plated, engraved finish for a distinctive look
- Popular for Cowboy Action Shooting and Old West collecting
Trade-offs
- Single-action only, with period-correct fixed sights
- Not suited for concealed carry or modern defensive use
- California roster compliance must be confirmed before ordering
Key attributes
| Transfer | Ships to your FFL dealer |
| Caliber | .45 Colt |
| Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Barrel Length | 8 in, octagonal |
| Action | Single-action revolver |
| Finish | Nickel-plated, engraved |
Frequently asked questions
- What caliber does this revolver shoot?
- .45 Colt, via a factory cartridge conversion cylinder.
- What is the barrel length?
- 8 inches, octagonal profile.
- How many rounds does it hold?
- 6 rounds.
- Can it also shoot black powder like the original 1858 Remington?
- Some configurations can switch to a percussion cylinder; confirm whether this specific nickel 8-inch model includes that option.
- Is this revolver suited for concealed carry?
- No. It's a long-barreled, single-action Old West reproduction built for cowboy action shooting and collecting, not concealment.