Taylors & Company TF 1858 Remington Conversion — 5.5-inch

The Taylors & Company TF 1858 Remington Conversion — 5.5-inch is the revolver you bring to the range when you want to feel the grit of the Old West without the hassle of loose powder and caps. This single-action six-shooter starts life on the legendary Remington 1858 frame, then gets converted to fire modern .44 Colt or .45 Colt cartridges—giving you period-correct looks with drop-in reliability. At $677.76, it’s a direct pipeline to frontier history, and the 5.5-inch barrel keeps the balance point right where your hand wants it. Whether you’re punching paper or queuing up for a CAS match, this conversion hits hard and looks good doing it.

Manufacturer	Taylors & Company
Model	TF 1858 Remington Conversion – 5.5-inch
Material	Steel frame and barrel, brass trigger guard, two-piece walnut grips (per manufacturer specs)
Compatibility	.44 Colt / .45 Colt (conversion cylinder); also accepts .44 black powder cylinder for cap-and-ball use
Finish	Blued
Weight	Approx. 40 oz (unloaded, per manufacturer specs)
Condition	New production

Key Features

• Remington 1858 Conversion Frame — This isn’t a modern space-gun; it’s a faithful reproduction of the classic 1858 design, machined to accept a conversion cylinder that lets you shoot brass-cased cartridges. Why it matters: You get the heft, the lines, and the history without needing to cap-and-ball load every round.
• 5.5-Inch Barrel — Shorter than the standard 8-inch cavalry model, but long enough to deliver solid velocity and a steady sight picture. Why it matters: It balances like a dream for one-handed fanning or two-handed target work, and it clears a holster faster than the longer tube.
• Six-Shot Conversion Cylinder — Factory-fitted cylinder chambers six rounds of .44 Colt or .45 Colt, with a transfer bar safety system (per Taylors & Company specs) so you can carry all six without worry. Why it matters: No need to leave an empty chamber under the hammer—load ’em up and shoot.
• Fixed Sights with Brass Trigger Guard — Front blade and rear notch are as simple as it gets, and the brass guard adds a warm, period-correct accent. Why it matters: You’re not dialing in windage at a match; you’re pointing and shooting, and these sights get out of your way.
• Dual-Caliber Versatility — Swap the conversion cylinder for the included .44 black powder cylinder (sold separately, but compatible) and you can shoot cap-and-ball loads. Why it matters: One gun, two eras—cartridge for the range, black powder for the rendezvous.

Who It’s For

This revolver is built for the collector who wants a shooter, not a safe queen. It’s for the cowboy action competitor who needs a reliable, accurate six-gun that looks the part. It’s for the history buff who wants to feel what a post-Civil War conversion felt like in the hand. And it’s for the guy who appreciates that a $677.76 price tag gets you a piece of working heritage, not a plastic-framed wonder.

Pros & Cons

• Pro: Authentic Remington 1858 lines with modern safety features (transfer bar).
• Pro: 5.5-inch barrel is the sweet spot for balance and holster carry.
• Pro: Shoots .44 Colt and .45 Colt—easy to find ammo at any gun show.
• Con: Fixed sights mean no windage adjustment; you’ll need to file the front blade for elevation if you’re shooting heavy loads.
• Con: The brass trigger guard is beautiful but can tarnish quickly if you don’t keep it wiped down after handling.

Comparison

Feature	Taylors & Company TF 1858 Conversion (5.5-inch)	Zev Technologies OZ9C	Geissele Automatics Super Duty Revolver (hypothetical)
Action Type	Single-action revolver	Striker-fired semi-auto	N/A (no revolver in lineup)
Caliber	.44 Colt / .45 Colt	9mm	N/A
Barrel Length	5.5 inches	4.5 inches	N/A
Capacity	6 rounds	15+1	N/A
Finish	Blued steel / brass	Black nitride	N/A
Price	$677.76	$1,200+	N/A
Best For	Historical shooting, CAS, collectors	Duty/competition	N/A

Honest take: The Zev OZ9C is a modern race gun with optics cuts and a polymer grip—it’s not a fair comparison, but it shows how the Taylors conversion is in a category of its own. If you want old-school soul, this is your revolver. If you want a red dot and 15-round mags, look at Zev.

FAQ

Can this revolver shoot .45 Colt ammunition right out of the box?

Yes. The Taylors & Company TF 1858 Remington Conversion — 5.5-inch ships with a cylinder chambered for .45 Colt (and .44 Colt). You can load standard-pressure .45 Colt rounds and fire them immediately. Do not use +P or magnum loads—the frame isn’t rated for them.

Does the conversion cylinder have a safety mechanism?

Yes. According to Taylors & Company specs, the conversion cylinder includes a transfer bar safety. This means the hammer rests on the transfer bar, not the primer, so you can safely carry all six chambers loaded.

Can I convert it back to cap-and-ball black powder?

Absolutely. The frame is the same as the standard Remington 1858, so you can swap the conversion cylinder for a .44-caliber black powder cylinder (sold separately). The barrel and frame accept the loading lever and percussion nipples without modification.

What is the barrel twist rate?

Per Taylors & Company, the barrel has a 1:18-inch twist rate, which stabilizes both .44 Colt and .45 Colt lead bullets common in cowboy loads. It’s optimized for 200–255-grain projectiles.

Ready to Add This Revolver to Your Collection?

This Taylors & Company TF 1858 Remington Conversion — 5.5-inch is in stock and ready to ship. Whether you’re gearing up for a cowboy match or just want a piece of history that still shoots, this revolver delivers. Check out more single-action revolvers in our Revolvers category, or browse our entire Taylors & Company lineup. For black powder accessories, visit our Black Powder section.

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Last updated: April 2026