big bore revolver

GPTKB entity

Properties (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf revolver
gptkbp:accessories holsters
sights
speed loaders
gptkbp:action double-action
single-action
gptkbp:allows varies by jurisdiction
gptkbp:armament centerfire
gptkbp:barrelLength varies from 4 to 10 inches
gptkbp:caliber greater than .45 inches
gptkbp:collectibility high among enthusiasts
gptkbp:cultural_impact symbol of power
featured in films
featured in video games
gptkbp:design heavy-duty frames
longer barrels
revolvers with large cylinders
gptkbp:examples .44 Magnum
.454 Casull
.500 S&W Magnum
gptkbp:historical_significance used in military applications
used in law enforcement
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label big bore revolver
gptkbp:is_known_for stopping power
gptkbp:is_popular_among target shooting
competition shooting
Western shooting sports
gptkbp:is_used_in hunting
self-defense
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular cleaning
requires lubrication
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Taurus
gptkb:Smith_&_Wesson
Ruger
gptkbp:market growing interest
gptkbp:notableUsers gptkb:Elmer_Keith
gptkb:John_Wayne
gptkb:Dirty_Harry
gptkbp:performance effective at short to medium ranges
less effective at long ranges
gptkbp:recoil significant
gptkbp:refreshRate common among enthusiasts
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
transfer bar safety
gptkbp:training requires practice to handle effectively
gptkbp:uses full metal jacket bullets
hollow point bullets
lead bullets
gptkbp:weight heavier than standard revolvers