
Revolvers
- In StockNORTH AMERICAN ARMS Super Companion 22 Mag 1.625in 5rd Cap and Ball Mini-Revolver Kit (NAA-22M-CBK).22 Mag / #11 Percussion1 5/8" Barrel5-Shot CapacityHalf-Moon Fixed SightRosewood Bird's Head GripsKit Includes: 2 Cylinders, Bullet Bag, Flap Holster, 250 Bullets The NAA Companion is ...6% off$309.99$329.99★★★★★2 review(s)
- In StockROCK ISLAND ARMORY M206 Double-Action Only 38 Special Spurless Revolver (51280)2-in fully shrouded barrel and spurless hammerFixed front sight with smooth channel frame cut rear sightSolid steal designIdeal for self defense and concealed carryCheckered wood gripParkerized ...8% off$244.99$265.99
- In StockS&W 327PC 357 Mag,38 Special +P 2in 8rd Matte Black Revolver (170245)Single/Double actionScandium Alloy FrameTitanium Alloy CylinderRed Ramp front sightFixed rear sightWood gripLarge - Exposed Hammer frameMatte Black finish Performance Center guns originate from ...$1,469.00
- In StockSTANDARD MANUFACTURING Thunderstruck Gen III 22 WMR 2.25in 8rd Double Pistol (S333GENIII)Individual BarrelsArticulated Trigger SafetyDove Tail Glow SightsArticulated Trigger Safety2-Stage Set Style TriggerTransfer Bar SafetySteel CylinderPolymer FrameImproved Rubber Grip The ...$365.99
- In StockRUGER LCRx 327 Fed Mag 1.87in 6rd Matte Black Revolver (5462)Monolithic frame is made from 400-series stainless steelPatented friction-reducing cam is a next generation design in fire control systems that results in a smooth, non-stacking trigger ...$633.99
- In StockHERITAGE Rough Rider 22 LR,22 WMR 6.5in 6rd Single-Action Revolver (RR22MCH6)Chambered for the .22LR and .22 Magnum cartridgesManufactured using state-of-the-art precision machineryMicro-threaded Machined barrelHammer block mounted in the recoil shield provides extra ...$189.99
- In StockNORTH AMERICAN ARMS 22 Magnum Ported 1.625in 5rd Stainless Mini Revolver (NAA-22M-P).22 Magnum5-Shot CapacityFunctional PortingHalf-Moon SightSteel FrameStainless FinishRosewood Bird's Head Grips$256.99
- In StockNORTH AMERICAN ARMS 22 Magnum 1.125in 5rd Stainless Mini Revolver with Holster Grip (NAA-22MS-HG).22 Magnum5-Shot CapacityHalf-Moon SightHolster GripSteel FrameStainless Finish$261.99
- In StockCHARTER ARMS The Old Glory 38 Special 2in 5rd Red White and Blue Revolver (23872)2in. barrel5-shot capacityFixed sightsBlack rubber gripsLightweight alloy frameStainless steel cylinder and barrelSpurred hammerRed, White and Blue Finish$458.99
- In StockTAURUS Raging Hunter .357 Magnum 8.37in 7rd Matte Black Revolver (2-357081RH)8.37" Ported BarrelTransfer Bar SafetyFixed Front Sight with Adjustable Rear SightOptics Ready Picatinny RailRubber Grip with Cushioned Insert Winner of the 2019 American Hunter Handgun of the ...$819.99
- In StockNORTH AMERICAN ARMS 22 Long Rifle 1.13in 5rd Mini Revolver (NAA-22LR)Steel Frame5-Shot CapacityHolster Grips The North American Arms .22 Long Rifle is a 5-shot mini revolver chambered in .22LR. According to the company it is the most popular mini revolver ever ...$224.99
- In StockHERITAGE Barkeep .22 LR 3.6in 6rd Revolver (BK22B3GPRL)3.6" BarrelFixed Front SightNotch Rear SightManual SafetyZinc Alloy FrameAlloy Steel CylinderPolymer Gray Pearl Grips Feel the Old West while having fun at the range with the HERITAGE ...$159.99
- In StockTAURUS Judge Public Defender Poly 45 Colt/410Ga 2in 5rd FDE Revolver (2-441021FDE)Small FrameExtended Ejector RodTSS (Taurus Security System)Fixed Front Sight with Red Fiber OpticRubber GripsTransfer Bar Safety The Public Defender Polymer Revolver is a scaled-down model of ...$334.99★★★★★1 review(s)
- In StockCHARTER ARMS Pro 22 6rd Orange/Black Starter Pistol (82290)Charter Arms 22 Blank Pistol is made of 7075 Aircraft Aluminum with Barrel Stop and 416 Stainless Steel weighing in at only 12 oz. Color is Orange Cerakote with black components. This model is a ...$275.16
- In StockCHARTER ARMS Undercover Lite Pink Lady .38 Spl 2in 5rd Revolver (53835)Lightweight and tactile for maximum dexterityDurable synthetic construction with suede-backed thumbsHigh-abrasion synthetic suede palm for enhanced gripNarrow forefinger for precise trigger and ...$364.99
- In StockSMITH & WESSON M&P Bodyguard 38 Special 1.9in 5rd Revolver (12056)Crimson Trace(R) Integrated Red LaserAmbidextrous Cylinder ReleaseStainless Steel Cylinder (PVD Coated)Adjustable Laser Chambered in .38 S&W Special +P, the M&P BODYGUARD BG38 continues Smith & ...10% off$507.99$563.00
- In StockBOND ARMS DT47 .45 Colt /.410 Ga 4.25in 2rd Donald Trump Living Legend Derringer (BAH-DT47-45/410)Stainless Steel double-barrel and framePatented Rebounding HammerRetracting Firing PinCross Bolt SafetySpring-loaded locking leverB6 Resin Grips4.25 Flat Side Barrel The BOND ARMS DT47 .45 Colt ...$454.99
- In StockDIAMONDBACK SDR .357 Mag/.38 Special +P 2in 6rd Polished Stainless w/ Hogue Wood Grip Revolver (DB075AS701)2in Stainless Steel BarrelFixed Fiber Optic Front SightLow Profile Dovetail Fiber Optic Rear SightForged Stainless Steel FrameHogue Wood Grip Designed for those who prioritize reliability and ...$699.99
- In StockCHARTER ARMS Undercover .38 Special 2in 5rd Revolver (13811)2" barrelDouble action onlyStainless steel frameCompact rubber grips with finger groovesShrouded ejector rod3-point cylinder lockFixed sightsBlued FinishMade in the USA$326.99
- In StockCHARTER ARMS Undercover 38 Special 2in 5rd Revolver (13820)2" barrelDouble action onlyStainless steel frameCompact rubber grips with finger groovesShrouded ejector rod3-point cylinder lockFixed sightsFired CaseBlued FinishMade in the USA$327.99
All of us have seen those old western movies, where two cowboys, one hat white, one hat black, approach each other from the opposite sides of the road for a showdown at high noon. Tumbleweed, rolling over the scene, loaded six-shooters, and worried saloon visitors observing the show are all integral parts of the play. We are not here to reenact those iconic scenes but rather talk about the element that made those episodes possible and was the main source of the thrill: revolvers.
Revolvers, also known as six shooters, are repeating handguns that have an apparent distinction from their siblings, semi-automatic pistols. A six shooter features a revolving cylinder containing several cartridge chambers that gave this handgun its name. Revolvers are hammer-fired handguns, so cocking a hammer is an integral part of the shooting. In addition to bringing the hammer to a ready position, cocking sets the cylinder in a circular motion, aligning one of its chambers with the barrel to let the bullet go through the bore. Since the cylinder is multi-chamber, a revolver can fire several shots before it requires reloading, though not as many as semi-automatic pistols.
Naturally, there are several types of revolvers. They differ in the action, caliber, and design.
Single-action vs. Double-action
In single-action revolvers, the trigger pull performs only one function: it releases the hammer that hits the firing pin and fires the round. Since the hammer is always down, unless cocked, the user needs to cock it manually, usually with a thumb of shooting or supporting hand. This motion also rotates the cylinder so that the next chamber is aligned with the barrel. Such a system makes pulling the trigger easier (since it performs only one action) and increases shot accuracy. Manual hammer cocking also works as an additional safety measure.
Double-action revolvers, on the other hand, spare the user the need to manually cock the hammer. In such firearms, the stroke of the trigger performs two actions: it cocks the hammer, indexing the cylinder to the next round, and releases the hammer. Therefore, all you need to do is pull the trigger - and the shot is fired. Most modern revolvers are Double Action to Single Action, which means that a hammer can still be cocked manually if you prefer to shoot this way. But unlike with DA/SA pistols, where only the first shot is double action, and the rest are single action, every new shot of hybrid revolvers will be double action unless the shooter cocks the hammer every time. Double-action-only revolvers do not allow for manual cocking and can be fired only in double-action mode.
Calibers
Caliber is the diameter of the bullet that can fit into the bore. Bigger bullets tend to have more impact and shoot further, but they weigh and cost more. Since revolvers have much lower ammo capacity than pistols, revolver projectiles often have a higher velocity range and more powerful impact to make up for the decreased chamber capacity. That is not obligatory though, as many revolvers feature the same calibers as semi-automatic pistols.
Most popular calibers include 22 revolvers, .38 special revolvers, .357 mag revolvers, and .44 mag revolvers. The 22 revolvers can, in fact, suit two kinds of ammo at once, .22 Magnum and .22 Long Range. .22LR is a rimfire caliber that features cartridges with a different construction than the rest of the calibers. .22LR are much cheaper and make for an excellent choice for beginners. .22 Magnum is a less frequent caliber, not unmet, though. The 0.38 Special was a revolver caliber widely utilized by the police until the 90-s brought semi-automatic pistols into their ranks. The 0.357 and 0.44 Magnum are heavy artillery of the revolver world. Not too comfortable to shoot all day in the range, these calibers fit for protection against big animals like bears, so casually carrying such a revolver as a concealed carry might be excessive.
Gritr Sports has dozens of revolvers for sale, all made by industry leaders. Smith & Wesson revolvers, Colt revolvers, Taurus revolvers, and six shooters of other renowned brands like Heritage Manufacturing - all of them can be found here.