Taylor’s & Company Howdah Vintage Side-by-Side Pistol .45 Colt / .410 Bore

The Taylor’s & Company Howdah Vintage is a modern tribute to the classic howdah pistols carried by big-game hunters in the 19th century. Chambered in both .45 Colt and .410 bore, this side-by-side pistol delivers serious versatility in a compact, hard-hitting package. With its checkered wood furniture and color case-hardened finish, it pairs genuine heritage aesthetics with real-world functionality for collectors, range shooters, and handgun hunters alike.

Key Specifications

• The dual chambering accepts both .45 Colt and .410 bore ammunition for maximum versatility.
• The action is a classic side-by-side configuration with a 2-round capacity.
• The barrel measures 10.25 inches for a commanding sight radius and balanced handling.
• The finish is a striking color case-hardened metal with coordinating wood stock furniture.
• The rate of twist is 1-in-35 inches, optimized for .45 Colt projectiles.
• Front sight is a bead style; the rear sight is a flip-up design for quick target acquisition.
• Sights are fixed, keeping the profile clean and snag-free.
• This firearm is ATF-classified as a pistol.

Whether you’re adding a conversation-stopping piece to your collection or heading afield for small game and snake country, the Howdah Vintage delivers the soul of a frontier-era sidearm with the quality craftsmanship Taylor’s & Company is known for. The dual-caliber capability makes it one of the most versatile break-action handguns on the market — and one of the most distinctive you’ll ever own.