The gun got its new name thanks to suggestions offered by Maj. George W. Schofield who requested tweaks to make the gun more suited to calvary use. He had S&W move the latch — instead of mounting it ...

The Schofield was a top-break gun, popping open in the middle and allowing for simultaneous ejection of spent cartridges or quick reloading.

America Remembers has announced the John Wayne Tribute Schofield Revolver. This Tribute gun is issued on a firearm rooted in the Old West days of the legendary U.S. Cavalry troopers: the top-break ...