A quick video of the Denix Schofield non-firing replica revolver. Originally manufactured from 1875-1878, the revolver took its name from Major George W. Schofield of the 10th Cavalry. They were quite popular in the American West among Wells Fargo agents, outlaws, and of course, the Cavalry. I was happy to see this awesome gun show up in the video game Red Dead Redemption, and obviously, it makes its appearance in many western movies such as 3:10 to Yuma and The Long Riders. The Denix Schofield replica comes in nickle or black finish, and makes a great prop gun for costuming or theatrical events.
The Schofield
The Schofield is the other great single action of the frontier, and it is different from the Colt in one important way: it breaks open at the top rather than loading through a gate. That made it faster to reload and it is why the army bought it, and it is also why the replica is more delicate than a Peacemaker.
The hinge and the latch take all the load when the action is opened. On a cast replica, that joint should be opened slowly and closed with the barrel supported. Do not spin the cylinder with the action open, and do not let the half cock rest on the sear for long periods: a compressed spring in a cast frame is the most common fault on a break top replica.
Common questions
Does it break open like the original?
Yes, the barrel assembly hinges forward and the ejector works.
Why is it more expensive than a Peacemaker replica?
The break top mechanism has more parts and a more complex frame, which costs more to cast and fit.
Fan of 3:10 to Yuma? Frank James & other outlaws loved this gun: Schofield non-firing replica revolver – Denix http://bit.ly/gDuYWJ